By Brian Christensen, CFA, Chief Development Officer
The healthcare M&A market hasn’t slowed down, but it has gotten harder to win. For practice owners and healthcare entrepreneurs, the first quarter of 2026 is revealing a clear shift. Buyers are becoming more selective, and operations matter more than anything for quality businesses.
In this short quarterly bonus episode of The Advisor’s Table, Michael and Brian break down what’s driving these shifts, including rising cost of capital, increased private equity scrutiny, and evolving deal structures. If you’re thinking about selling your business or practice or want to better understand your position in today’s market, this episode provides a clear, real-time perspective.
Listen to the full episode here.