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January 30, 2025


Makan DelrahimPartner at Latham & Watkins and former Assistant Attorney General in charge of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division
Lauren ThomasLead Deals Reporter at The Wall Street Journal
By Kevin Kajiwara, Stephen Cohen, Makan Delrahim & Lauren Thomas

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Navigating the M&A Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges in the Second Trump Administration

As the second Trump Administration begins, expectations are high for pro-growth policies and a favorable regulatory environment that could drive increased M&A activity. Join Teneo Insights Series host Kevin Kajiwara and guests Makan Delrahim, Partner at Latham & Watkins and former Assistant Attorney General in charge of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, Lauren Thomas, Lead Deals Reporter at The Wall Street Journal and Teneo Senior Managing Director Stephen Cohen for a timely discussion on the evolving M&A landscape, including potential shifts in antitrust enforcement and market dynamics. The conversation also explores how businesses and investors are preparing for new challenges and opportunities, from changing policies and geopolitical considerations to the broader economic implications of this pivotal moment.

About Teneo Insights

Teneo’s Insights Series provides in-depth analysis on the issues that matter most to CEOs and their businesses. Moderated by Kevin Kajiwara, Co-President of Teneo Political Risk Advisory, each episode features experts from business, politics, academia and media discussing hot-button issues and the impact on financial markets, geopolitics and the business world.

The views and opinions are solely of the program participants and do not necessarily reflect those of Teneo. They are offered to stimulate thought and discussion and not as legal, financial, accounting, tax or other professional advice or counsel.

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