In the Financial Times, BCG’s CEO, Christoph Schweizer, analyzes how an anticipated uptick in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in 2025 will affect the consulting industry. The potential for deregulation has many business leaders optimistic about a strong M&A rebound, especially after election uncertainties slowed activity in 2024. “Private equity has a lot of dry powder they need to deploy,” Schweizer contends, adding that pent-up demand and uncommitted capital will encourage activity.