Photo by Adam Nir on Unsplash Introduction In a time of economic uncertainty, businesses are finding new ways to adapt, grow, and protect their profit margins. Characterized by high inflation, sluggish growth, and elevated unemployment, economists refer to this period as one of “ stagflation .” Rising borrowing costs and uncertain earnings have prompted new methods of risk allocation. Global M&A activity slowed in 2024 as stagflation eroded confidence in company valuations. Rather than...