AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY UPDATE - Q3 2025
- Kevin Marsh
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
TRENDS & NEWS IMPACTING THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Key Takeaways
Deal activity within the industry increased 57% from the previous quarter with 21 transactions closed and 15 more announced (pending)
Private equity interest in Automotive M&A was modest with two private equity backed deals announced or closed in Q3
Improved financial performance and increasing clarity on the future impact of tariffs has contributed to the rebound in M&A activity in the second half of 2025
Ample dry powder exists on suppliers’ balance sheets for continued acquisitions

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