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JPMorgan leads M&A in Europe through 2023 deal slump

M&A globally is down 17% this year, with Europe seeing a decline of 28%

Interest rates, geopolitical tensions and antitrust enforcement all weighed on bank fees in 2023
Interest rates, geopolitical tensions and antitrust enforcement all weighed on bank fees in 2023 Photo: Getty Images

JPMorgan topped the table for M&A deals in Europe this year, edging out perennial rival Goldman Sachs.

According to data from the London Stock Exchange Group, JPMorgan advised on 164 deals worth $209bn this year in Europe, compared to Goldman's 135 transactions worth $204bn.

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