Bank of America Bets on South African M&A Wave Despite Global Uncertainty

South Africa · FINANCE

Key Facts

—The call: Bank of America says South Africa is well placed to attract foreign direct investment through mergers and acquisitions, and that global investors still see attractive opportunities despite market volatility.

—The market backdrop: Announced M&A across sub-Saharan Africa reached US$50 billion in the first half of 2026, more than four times the level a year earlier, according to LSEG Deals Intelligence.

—Track record: The bank says it has executed more than US$20 billion of transactions for sub-Saharan African clients since 2015.