HIT Consultant December 16, 2025
Fred Pennic

What You Should Know:

– According to PwC’s 2026 Health Services Deals Outlook, the M&A market is set to regain momentum in both deal value and volume after a cooling period in 2025.

– The report highlights a strategic pivot among private equity investors away from reimbursement-heavy assets toward AI-enabled software and services that drive margin expansion without adding labor. With the IPO window reopening and “mega-funds” returning to offense, the winners in 2026 will be those who move quickly to reshape portfolios before regulatory policy shifts force their hand.

The Velocity Return: AI and “Bolt-Ons” to Define 2026 Health Services Dealmaking

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Topics: AI (Artificial Intelligence), Mergers & Acquisitions / JV, Survey / Study, Technology, Trends
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