Beyond The Obvious

U.S. issuers are increasingly looking at the opportunities that exist in Japanese retail and institutional investment. This trend is highlighted in the SpaceX IPO, the largest in history, which raised $2.2 billion from Japan, representing the largest retail allocation to any country outside of the U.S.   In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho’s Head of Equity Capital Markets, Josh Weisme...

As dealmakers navigate a competitive and fast-moving M&A environment, questions around risk allocation, execution speed and emerging technology are becoming increasingly important. In this episode of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill’s Co-Head of U.S. M&A, Doug Jackson, sits down with Bill Kucera, Partner and Head of Global M&A at Mayer Brown, to discuss M&A trends from a market a...

The effects of the geopolitical climate over the past few months have rippled out across Debt Capital Markets.  From the conflict in the Middle East and its impact on global oil prices, to questions around the upcoming midterm elections, navigating the current environment has been a key concern for both issuers and investors. In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho Americas’ Head of Inves...

Within leveraged finance, there has been a shift in activity in term loan B, high yield and CLO markets as the industry contends with the resetting of software valuations as a result of the AI disruption. In the middle of this uncertain environment, what should leveraged finance investors and issuers know moving into the next quarter? In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho Americas’ Head...

Equity capital markets are off to a strong start in 2026, with IPO activity accelerating after several years of subdued issuance. Early momentum, improving performance and a growing pipeline across sectors are setting the stage for a potentially robust year ahead. But as financial sponsors return to the market and a new wave of mega-cap and SMID-cap IPOs line up, is there sufficient demand across...

Leveraged finance markets experienced a meaningful pick up of activity in 2025 driven largely by continued high volumes of data center financings, including several of Mizuho’s recently lead deals.    But as we enter 2026 with even more data center projects on the horizon, is the market equipped to meet demand for financing?     In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho’s Managing Director...

Debt Capital Markets are off to a running start in the new year, with heavy supply flooding the markets in the first week of January. Looking ahead to the rest of 2026, how will the lofty market estimates hold up against the backdrop of heavy tech bond issuance and a midterm election year? In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho Americas’ Head of Investment Grade Capital Markets and Syndi...

Consumer habits are evolving at an unprecedented pace, reshaping M&A activity in the sector worldwide. Companies are using acquisitions to capture growth, enter new markets, and acquire on-trend brands, while divesting slower-growing assets.   Charles Gournay, Managing Director, Greenhill Consumer & Retail London, explores how societal shifts, technology and macro trends are influencing co...

Debt Capital Markets have seen a period of record-breaking supply post-Labor Day, particularly around the AI and AI adjacent space and the recent flurry of U.S. data center transactions. As we approach the end of the year with full-year issuance up 9% on gross supply this year and trillion-dollars maturing next year, what should issuers be aware of as they plan their next moves? In our latest epis...

Europe’s M&A landscape is undergoing rapid change. A softening economy, rising energy costs and global competition are forcing companies to refocus and redefine their core strategies. For many, that means divesting non-core assets and accelerating transformation through targeted acquisitions.   Michael Cramer, Managing Director, Greenhill Industrials Frankfurt, explores how European and German...

Asia is a global growth hotspot, with a digitizing economy, rising middle class and accelerating urbanization driving strong M&A activity. From digital infrastructure to consumer, financial services, and industrials, the region has seen ~$6 trillion in transactions over the last five years. Arnaud Granger, responsible for Greenhill’s M&A business in Asia, discusses how financial sponsors,...

From slowing volumes to evolving sector trends, the Spanish M&A market has seen several developments shaping dealmaking activity in 2025. As the year progresses, what are the key challenges and opportunities for companies and private equity targeting Spain?   Javier Gonzalez, Head of Greenhill Iberia, examines how private equity continues to drive buy-side activity, how consolidation is reshap...

The Nordic region continues to outperform much of Europe when it comes to M&A. Combining stability, low inflation, and well-capitalized markets, it remains a magnet for private equity and corporate investment. Mats Bremberg, Head of Greenhill Nordic, explains how private equity remains a driving force, with roughly 14% of all European PE investments flowing into Nordic portfolio companies. Mea...

Australia remains one of the most attractive destinations for foreign investment, supported by low sovereign risk, a transparent regulatory framework and a favorable exchange rate. The country averages approximately A$60 billion in transactions annually, with a similarly active private treaty mergers & acquisitions market. Richard Phillips, Chairman of Greenhill Australia, highlights while dea...

From shifting political environments to macroeconomic uncertainties, the European market has seen several trends that have influenced dealmaking activity in 2025. As we move into the end of the year, what are the challenges and opportunities for corporates looking to Europe? In this episode of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of M&A, Kevin Costantino,...

Is the long-awaited return of the IPO market finally upon us? This year, the IPO market is on track to surpass last year’s ~$30 billion of issuance, as tech IPOs rebound and a wave of diversified companies hit the market, led by tech, industrial, defense and sponsor-related transactions. As we head into the remainder of the year, what are the key trends that equity capital investors should be look...

Investment Grade Debt Capital Markets are seeing strong momentum this summer, with year-to-date supply pacing toward the second-largest year on record, following the highs of 2020. In this latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho’s Head of Investment Grade Capital Markets and Syndicate, Victor Forte, is joined by Moshe Tomkiewicz, Head of Investment Grade Debt Capital Markets, for a deep dive int...

In the current era of must-see live sporting events, sports leagues and teams are becoming increasingly attractive to private equity investors.  In part two of this installment of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of Greenhill International, Kevin Costantino, continues his conversation with Stephen Amdur, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, as t...

Market certainty drives businesses to take action, and returning confidence has led to a flurry of transactions across several sectors. In part one of this installment of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of Corporate Finance and Head of Greenhill International, Kevin Costantino, sat down with Stephen Amdur, Partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, to discuss the recent resurgenc...

Over the past few weeks, Equity Capital Markets have seen a rebound in activity, presenting windows of opportunity for issuers following a wave of volatility. In our latest episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho's Head of Equity Capital Markets, Josh Weismer and Managing Director of Equity Capital Markets, Mariano Gaut reflect on current transactions and trends in the IPO, secondary and convertible ma...

In this episode, host Andy Laszlo, Head of Technology, Media & Telecom at Mizuho Americas, talks to Rick Fox, Co-Founder & CEO of Partanna, actor and former professional basketball player.  A three-time NBA champion, serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, Rick has brought his learnings from sports leadership and acting into the business world, driving several successful ventures across in...

As the market reopens following post-April 2nd volatility, what should Leveraged Finance issuers prioritize as we move into Q2 and beyond?   Our latest episode of Markets Mindset features Mizuho's Head of Leveraged Finance, Jeb Slowik, joined by Head of High Yield Capital Markets, Phil Tamplin, and Managing Director, Derivatives Risk Solutions Americas, Andrew Simon as they discuss high yield and...

In the wake of the April 2nd tariff announcements, the last few weeks have seen market fluctuations impacting Debt Capital Markets, from widening spreads to the U.S. dollar hitting a three-year low. While market conditions continue to shift rapidly, several themes remain true and present timely opportunities for both issuers and investors. Our latest episode of Markets Mindset features Mizuho's He...

The face of shareholder activism is constantly changing, and against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, CEOs and board chairs need proactive strategies to help them avoid and prepare for potential activist campaigns.   In this installment of M&A Corner, Mizuho | Greenhill's Co-Head of U.S. M&A, Doug Jackson, sits down with Peter da Silva Vint, Managing Partner at Jasper Street Partners, t...

It’s time for our Leveraged Finance market 2025 outlook. In this episode of Markets Mindset, Mizuho's Head of Leveraged Finance Jeb Slowik sits down with Head of High Yield Capital Markets Phil Tamplin and Head of Leveraged Loan Capital Markets Jackson Merchant. The three reflect on the impact of last year’s rate cuts on the Leveraged Loan and High-Yield markets, as well as the recent pickup in bo...