Strategic M&A and Capital Allocation
After a volatile few years, the mergers and acquisitions environment is heating up again. CFOs see renewed opportunity to pursue strategic M&A or partnerships to drive growth. In a recent outlook survey, 70% of dealmakers expected a stronger U.S. M&A landscape in the next 12 months, and private equity firms are eager to deploy trillions in dry powder capital to deals. By 2026, many enterprises will be in a position to consider acquisitions (or defend against activist investors and buyouts). CFOs need to ensure their balance sheets are ready – optimising capital structure and cash reserves – and that they have a pipeline of potential targets or divestiture plans.
This challenge is a priority because a well-timed acquisition or investment can significantly boost a company’s competitive position, whereas inaction might mean missed opportunities. With higher interest rates making debt financing more expensive, CFOs also face tough choices in capital allocation: where to invest for the best return, and how to fund it. Rigorous valuation, due diligence, and integration planning led by the CFO will be crucial for M&A success in 2026.
Sponsoring an Executive Leaders Network (ELN) Roundtable puts your brand directly in front of senior finance decision-makers. You’ll lead high-level, vendor-neutral conversations that highlight your expertise while building relationships with a targeted audience of CFOs and finance heads.
Every sponsorship package includes:
- Attendance for two executives from your organisation.
- Up to 60-minute hosted discussion designed around your solution area.
- A minimum of 10 senior attendees/delegates hand-selected from our network.
- A professional moderator provided to ensure an engaging and balanced dialogue.
- Full GDPR-compliant attendee data for follow-up and relationship building.
- Option to submit a unique blog to the ELN network, extending your thought leadership beyond the event.
If you are keen on leading any of these topics, kindly contact [email protected] to explore sponsorship opportunities. Alternatively, you can fill out the form on this page, and a representative will get in touch with you.