The link below illustrates a perspective om current M&A (Mergers and Acquisition) activity and possible increase in 2025 and beyond as the world economic pictures shows some positive pressure. The Bose buyout of McIntosh is not unusual even though it pierces the heart of many. I recall when Masimo Consumer, which is a division of the medical supply company Masimo, purchased Sound United, the parent company of Marantz in 2022. This conglomerate also owns Denon,HEOS, Classe, Bowers and Wilkins, Definitive technology and Boston Acoustic. (Sound United is not invested in developing new BA products). To despair the McIntosh acquisition is, IMO, premature at this time. There is hope. Enjoy the music.
More potential bad news for some big names...