Activist Investors Set to Push for Changes as Dealmaking Picks Up
Activist shareholders are poised to push harder for corporate changes in the coming months, finding fresh confidence to launch campaigns as the pace of dealmaking picks up again. 08 July 2025
A new piece by Reuters journalists Svea Herbst-Bayliss and Emma-Victoria Farr, titled “Activist investors set to push for changes as dealmaking picks up,” explores the shifting dynamics of shareholder activism heading into the second half of 2025. The article discusses how activist investors are regaining confidence amid a resurgence in M&A activity, with many preparing to launch campaigns after a quieter second quarter.
The piece highlights emerging trends in activism strategy, including more preemptive corporate defenses, an uptick in boardroom settlements, and increased scrutiny of leadership and governance practices. Notably, it references new research from SquareWell Partners, citing that 77% of institutional investors view activism as a catalyst for change, while 71% see it as a driver of accountability.
The full article can be accessed here.
