Deals Outlook 2026: What’s ahead for health services

Join Glenn Hunzinger and Dan Farrell as they discuss why 2026 could mark a rebound year for health services dealmaking—driven by higher-quality assets, improving market conditions, and the growing role of technology and AI. They explore how investors are rethinking value creation, from tech-enabled care models to carve-outs and IPOs.

Discussion highlights:

• Stronger earnings, cash flows, and tech-enabled platforms are drawing buyers back
• AI is shifting from a value enhancer to a key driver of margins and valuation
• Carve-outs remain active as health systems and corporates divest non-core assets
• Investors are targeting opportunities across specialties, home-based care, and AI-enabled platforms
• Reopening IPO markets and improved exit options are boosting confidence for 2026

Speakers:
Glenn Hunzinger, US Health Industries Leader, PwC
Dan Farrell, US Health Services Deals Leader, PwC

Linked materials:

• https://www.pwc.com/us/en/industries/health-industries/library/pharma-life-sciences-deals-outlook.html
• https://www.pwc.com/us/en/industries/health-industries/library/medtech-deals-outlook.html
• https://www.pwc.com/us/en/industries/health-industries/library/health-services-deals-outlook.html

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