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Q2 2026 Market Pulse Report

Explore Q2 2026 trends in business sales, buyer leverage, and market confidence for Main Street and Lower Middle Market sectors.

August 24, 20261 min read

Tanya PopovFounder & Lead Advisor

Key Takeaways

  • Lower Middle Market sees 76% seller's market sentiment.
  • Deals over $2M receive an average of five offers.
  • Main Street transactions take six to 10 months to close.
  • Sellers receive 83% to 92% cash at close on average.
  • Manufacturing leads interest for deals over $5M.

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