Nelson Mullins partner Hendrik Jordaan was quoted in a Mergers & Acquisitions article 2026 outlook, which focused on the mega-trends reshaping dealmaking across sectors.

Jordaan shared “the most significant mega-trend is the rise of family office capital. Estimates suggest that global single-family offices oversee approximately $3+ trillion in assets today, and that figure is expected to scale meaningfully as the intergenerational wealth transfer of up to approximately $100 trillion unfolds over the coming decades. As this capital moves from Baby Boomer wealth creators to the next generation, we are seeing a shift toward more direct investing, more emphasis on values and thematic alignment and a greater willingness to pursue bespoke deal structures rather than conventional fund-driven auction processes. This is already reshaping competitive dynamics in the middle market.”

“Second, we are seeing a continued blurring of the line between strategic and financial buyers,” Jordaan added. “Operating companies are building in-house investment arms, while private equity firms and family offices are increasingly co-investing and forming long-term partnerships. This drives more minority deals, continuation vehicles, structured equity and creative governance terms."

The full outlook is available on Mergers & Acquisitions.