Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have seen a significant increase in value and volume this year compared to last year. Inbound transactions reached $28.9 billion across 99 deals, while outbound deals totaled $16 billion from 135 transactions. Notable deals include MUFG's stake in Shriram Finance, Emirates NBD's acquisition of RBL Bank, and Tata Motors' acquisition of Iveco, indicating a bolder trend in international M&A activity.