Freight M&A: Why is Private Equity ‘Bullish’ on the Next 18 Months?

Short summary

The freight M&A market is expected to rebound over the next 12-18 months despite a recent slowdown, driven by macroeconomic stability, recovering freight rates, and a $2 trillion private equity capital backlog. Investment banker Eddie Zukowski outlines which segments are attracting interest and how hybrid operating models are shaping deal structures. The discussion provides a forward-looking view on freight sector consolidation.

• •Freight M&A bullish for next 12-18 months
• •$2T private equity capital backlog driving deal activity
• •Recovering freight rates and macro stability cited as catalysts

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