Beyond The Obvious

2026 year to date has been defined by strong performance across both Equity Capital Markets and M&A; however, with recent valuation pushback in the equity markets, could a dual-track process be the answer for dealmakers looking to drive competitive tension and maximize valuation?In this episode of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill’s Kevin Costantino, Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of M&A, is joined by Josh Weismer, Head of Equity Capital Markets, and Jessica Goldstein, Managing Director in M&A.They discuss the current landscape across Equity Capital Markets and M&A, and explore the benefits of preparing for an IPO and M&A sale side-by-side. Watch now and hear our experts’ view on the strongest candidates for a dual-track approach, how dealmakers can navigate the process to their advantage and how regulatory changes could work in their favor.

Asia is a global growth hotspot, with a digitizing economy, rising middle class and accelerating urbanization driving strong M&A activity. From digital infrastructure to consumer, financial services, and industrials, the region has seen ~$6 trillion in transactions over the last five years.Arnaud Granger, responsible for Greenhill’s M&A business in Asia, discusses how financial sponsors, local and regional conglomerates, and private equity are pursuing growth, scale and consolidation opportunities across Asia and developed economies. He also explores the challenges of navigating fragmented regulations, relationship-driven networks and market complexity.Tune in to hear expert insights into Asia’s evolving M&A landscape and what it means for global companies.Discover expert insights and global perspectives from Mizuho | Greenhill, your bank for M&A.

The Nordic region continues to outperform much of Europe when it comes to M&A. Combining stability, low inflation, and well-capitalized markets, it remains a magnet for private equity and corporate investment.Mats Bremberg, Head of Greenhill Nordic, explains how private equity remains a driving force, with roughly 14% of all European PE investments flowing into Nordic portfolio companies. Meanwhile, a resurgent IPO market is reigniting confidence among financial sponsors and corporates alike.Explore why the Nordics continue to punch above its weight in European M&A, and what’s driving renewed optimism across the region.Discover expert insights and global perspectives from Mizuho | Greenhill, your bank for M&A.

From shifting political environments to macroeconomic uncertainties, the European market has seen several trends that have influenced dealmaking activity in 2025. As we move into the end of the year, what are the challenges and opportunities for corporates looking to Europe?In this episode of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of M&A, Kevin Costantino, sits down with two of our European colleagues to examine the current state of dealmaking in their nations – Amélie Oyarzabal, Head of Greenhill France, and Dean Rodrigues, Head of Greenhill U.K.Our guests discuss key M&A deals in 2025 and give their analysis of the current M&A landscape across Europe and how this will impact the U.S. and global markets.

Investment Grade Debt Capital Markets are seeing strong momentum this summer, with year-to-date supply pacing toward the second-largest year on record, following the highs of 2020.In this latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho’s Head of Investment Grade Capital Markets and Syndicate, Victor Forte, is joined by Moshe Tomkiewicz, Head of Investment Grade Debt Capital Markets, for a deep dive into Q3 DCM market dynamics.They discuss what’s driving current conditions in the IG new issue and broader DCM landscape, including strong investor demand, tight spreads and copious amounts of excess liquidity. With financials leading supply and corporates remaining flat year-over-year, our experts break down how technicals are shaping strategy, the influence of government spending and private credit, and where risks may emerge as rate expectations evolve.Hear their insights on current conditions, how long they may last and what issuers should prioritize in the second half of 2025.

Market certainty drives businesses to take action, and returning confidence has led to a flurry of transactions across several sectors.In part one of this installment of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of Greenhill International, Kevin Costantino, sat down with Stephen Amdur, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, to discuss the recent resurgence in dealmaking and what is driving it.Stephen reflects on the uptick in activity his law firm has seen in recent months, touching on:The uptick in deal activity as private equity sponsors are becoming more comfortable with new market conditions following an extended period of uncertaintyHow Mizuho | Greenhill has navigated inconsistent markets to successfully advise our clients on recently announced dealsNew statute changes in the state of Delaware and how they will impact businesses looking to incorporate there

In this episode, host Andy Laszlo, Head of Technology, Media & Telecom at Mizuho Americas, talks to Rick Fox, Co-Founder & CEO of Partanna, actor and former professional basketball player. A three-time NBA champion, serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, Rick has brought his learnings from sports leadership and acting into the business world, driving several successful ventures across industries as varied as esports and chemical manufacturing.In conversation with Andy, Rick reflects on the influence of teamwork on his career, the importance of humility in leadership and how finding his purpose in entrepreneurship and sustainability led to the founding of Partanna.

In the wake of the April 2nd tariff announcements, the last few weeks have seen market fluctuations impacting Debt Capital Markets, from widening spreads to the U.S. dollar hitting a three-year low.While market conditions continue to shift rapidly, several themes remain true and present timely opportunities for both issuers and investors.Our latest episode of Markets Mindset features Mizuho's Head of Syndicate and IG Capital Markets, Victor Forte, joined by Head of IG Debt Capital Markets, Moshe Tomkiewicz, and Head of U.S. Debt Syndicate, Colby Griffith. This segment was recorded on April 21st and the commentary reflects the market conditions at that time.They discuss the impact of the tariff announcements on the current state of liquidity and the credit curve and provide recommendations on how issuers should act in both the short and long term.Hear from our experts as they examine the fallout from recent macro volatility and give their outlook on how Debt Capital Markets will recalibrate over the next quarter.