Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Credit: johann/AdobeStockLeaders at Top French Firms Anticipate a Strong M&A Market in 2025 Despite Uncertainty
French politics are in disarray but deals are still proceeding and lawyers at Bredin Prat, Darrois, and Gide are hopeful that any new government will continue to promote investment in France.
December 11, 2024 at 01:46 PM
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In 2024 France’s top domestic law firms advised on some of the year’s biggest M&A and private equity deals despite a lukewarm market, and leaders of those firms say they’re optimistic for 2025, notwithstanding the country’s recent political chaos.
Early in December, France's National Assembly passed a no-confidence measure against Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his pro-business government, even as the country faces downgrades by credit agencies over its massive debt, budget deficit, and slowing economy.
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