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Large M&A Deals Defy Volatile Market in Q1 2026
Total value of global M&A grew 13.2% year-over-year in Q1 2026, despite fewer transactions at the lowest since 2023. Volatility spiked due to private credit concerns and the US-Israel attack on Iran starting Feb. 28, with VIX averaging 20.5. Large deals, including top equity and M&A announcements in March, drove the value increase .
CNN Founder Ted Turner Passes Away at 87
Media pioneer Ted Turner, founder of CNN, died Wednesday at age 87, leaving a storied legacy in broadcasting. CNN10 honors his life amid somber news from headquarters. Coverage highlights his impact as the original media maverick .
AI Revolution Challenges Hollywood's Definition of Human Creativity
Artificial intelligence advancements in Hollywood prompt debates on what constitutes human creativity. CNN10 updates on AI's evolving role in the industry. The technology continues to 'level up,' raising big questions for filmmakers .
Late-Season Snow Storm Hits Colorado
A surprising late-season snow storm is impacting parts of Colorado, as covered on CNN10. Details on disruptions not specified, but it's a key weather event today. Follows news of Ted Turner's passing .
Yahoo Finance Hosts Daily Market Coverage for May 7
Yahoo Finance provides live market coverage from 9AM-11AM ET on May 7, 2026, amid ongoing volatility. Stream includes latest news and data from finance.yahoo.com. Covers equities, M&A trends, and more .
M&A Transaction Numbers Hit Q1 Low Since 2023
Global M&A deal count fell to its lowest since 2023 due to elevated volatility, especially in March when VIX hit 25.6 average. Equity deals remained muted overall .
Top Equity Deals Completed in Volatile March
Three of Q1's five largest equity deals closed in March despite disruptions from Middle East war. This propped up equity transaction values amid fewer overall deals .
Two Largest M&A Deals Announced on March 31
The quarter's biggest M&A transactions were announced on March 31, continuing the 2025 trend of large deals dominating. Smaller transactions lagged significantly .
VIX Volatility Surges on Iran War Fallout
Cboe VIX averaged 20.5 in Q1, up from 17.8 prior quarter, peaking at 25.6 in March post-US/Israel attack on Iran Feb. 28. This clouded dealmaking outlook .
Private Credit Concerns Spark Initial Market Volatility
Volatility began with private credit issues before spreading to Iran war fallout, impacting global markets. Dealmaking environment not fully recovered .