Hospital M&A stays hot in Q2 as health systems position for the future

Hospital dealmaking remained hot during the second quarter of 2026, extending a merger and acquisition rebound that has lately seen more mid-to-large independent systems in pursuit of financial sec | There were 18 hospital transactions announced April through June, continuing a rebound from early 2025 that has seen more participation from mid-to-large independent systems eyeing future growth and sustainability, Kaufman Hall reports.