Global dealmaking sinks to lowest level in over a decade

M&A volumes dropped 44% to $282.7 billion in the U.S. and 70% to $81.87 billion in Europe. Reuters Graphics "Having a well-functioning financing market is a critical ingredient for M&A. Kevin Brunner, co-head of global M&A at Bank of America (BAC.N), echoed the optimistic sentiment. M&A volumes dropped 44% to $282.7 billion in the U.S. and 70% to $81.87 billion in Europe. Kevin Brunner, co-head of global M&A at Bank of America (BAC.N), echoed the optimistic sentiment.