M&A Market Overview
In Q2 2026, 42 transactions were announced in the food and beverage sector, beginning the year with an H1 that saw a 7% decrease in deal volume from H2 2025. For the TTM period ending June 30, 2026, 231 transactions were announced in the food and beverage sector, which marks an 11% decrease from the TTM period ending June 30, 2025.
While overall deal activity in the quarter remained below historical levels, Q2 2026 demonstrated that strategic buyers are becoming increasingly willing to pursue M&A in the face of geopolitical conflicts and uncertainty. Strategic buyers are increasingly taking a longer-term view of acquisition opportunities, allowing them to weather near-term uncertainties. Further, acquisition activity among both strategic buyers and financial sponsors has become increasingly focused on high-quality assets and category-leading businesses with differentiated capabilities, resilient operating profiles and strong market positions.
Want to know more about the industry insights and notable deals in the quarter? Read more in our Food & Beverage Industry Insights—Summer 2026
Food and Beverage M&A Industry Valuation Data
Our Food and Beverage Industry Insights–Summer 2026 report aims to identify trends and provide insights across the sector, focusing on key themes, issues and opportunities. To view additional valuation data and public company trading statistics, download our Food and Beverage Industry Valuation Data–Summer 2026.
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