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What M&A trends will transform the 2024 insurance landscape?
It is widely accepted that 2023 was one of the worst years in recent memory for M&A activity.
United States | Publication | maart 2024
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued guidance (Bulletin 2023-37) (Bulletin 2023-37) on December 6, 2023, that applies to all national banks and federal savings associations concerning management of risk associated with “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) lending. While the stated aim of this guidance is to ensure that BNPL loans are offered in a manner that is safe and sound, the clear emphasis is on consumer protection in that the focus is on providing fair access to financial services, supporting fair treatment to consumers and complying with applicable laws and regulations.
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It is widely accepted that 2023 was one of the worst years in recent memory for M&A activity.
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After a lacklustre finish to 2022 when compared to the vintage year for M&A that was 2021, dealmakers expected 2023 to see the market continue to cool in most sectors, in response to the economic headwinds of rising inflation (with its corresponding impact on financing costs), declining market valuations, tightening regulatory scrutiny and increasing geopolitical tensions.
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