Goldman Sachs Tops $1 Trillion in M&A Deals in Record First Half
GS•Goldman Sachs advised on more than $1 trillion of mergers and acquisitions in the first half of 2026, becoming the fastest bank to reach that milestone. The deal volume was driven by megadeals managed by Stephan Feldgoise’s team during an exceptionally active period.
1. Record-Breaking M&A Advisory Volume
Goldman Sachs surpassed $1 trillion in M&A advisory volume during the first half of 2026, marking the fastest any bank has ever reached this threshold. This performance underscores robust client demand for dealmaking services across sectors.
2. Key Deals and Team Leadership
The record pace was driven by several megadeals led by Stephan Feldgoise’s team, which navigated transactions in technology, healthcare, and energy. Team members cited a backlog of large-cap mandates and renewed corporate confidence as key factors.
3. Financial Impact and Outlook
The surge in deal volume is expected to boost advisory fees significantly, reinforcing Goldman Sachs’s leadership position in investment banking. Management anticipates continued momentum into the second half as market conditions remain favorable for mergers and acquisitions.
