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Market Report

Monthly Middle Market M&A Insider Report (May 2025)

June 10, 2025

The McLean Group is excited to release the May edition of our M&A Insider Report, a comprehensive look at the latest transaction trends, valuation metrics, and market dynamics. This report focuses on the defense, intelligence, government, infrastructure, maritime, and technology sectors, providing essential insights to navigate today’s complex M&A landscape.

This month's report delves into significant market moving events, including Moody's recent downgrade of the U.S. credit rating and its potential implications, the S&P 500's record-setting rally, and key developments in the U.S.-China strategic tariff truce. We also examine shifts in job growth and federal employment, offering a complete picture of the economic environment impacting these sectors.[…]

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