Mergers And Acquisitions In Asia

This book examines recent trends towards mergers and acquisitions in Japan, Greater China and Southeast Asia from 1990 to 2004. Comparisons are made among regions and between countries of particular regions. The economic profiles and investment climates of key countries are discussed and many issues are examined from the perspectives of US-based and UK-based investors because they play significant roles in Mergers and Acquisitions activities in all regions of the world. The practices and management strategies in Asia are also compared with those observed in the United States and the United Kingdom where appropriate.

A fascinating look at the unique nature of mergers and acquisitions in Asia The Asian market is heating up, and both local and international firms are looking to get in on the mergers and acquisitions (M&As) that are poised to play a pivotal role in the restructuring of all manner of industries. This restructuring will increase competitiveness, but to make the most of it you need to understand why M&As in Asia are unique. With Asian Mergers and Acquisitions: Riding the Wave in hand, you have everything you need to do just that. Packed with invaluable information on how Asian M&As work, the book points to the fragmented nature of Asian countries, markets, and customers, the rise of Asian economies and firms, and the growth of cross-border business driven by the need for companies to gain access to markets, technologies, and brands as key elements for understanding the market. Lays out guiding principles for Asian M&As, including identifying the drivers for creating value, mitigating cultural differences, getting the best expertise in pre- and post-merger efforts, and more Contains everything investors need to know to understand coming changes in the Asian market Details how Asian M&As differ from those in other countries Providing clear insights into Asian mergers and acquisitions and their inner workings, including do's and don'ts for successful investment, this book is essential reading for anyone looking to cash in—or simply understand— the rapid growth of Asian industry.

Navigating M&A Deals in the Asia-Pacific provides an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for facilitating mergers and acquisitions throughout countries in the Asia-Pacific. Featuring partners representing law firms across the region, including China, Japan, Vietnam, and Australia, this book guides the reader through recent M&A transactions and what lawyers and clients can learn from them. From setting goals and performing due diligence to drafting agreements and obtaining regulatory approval, these authors identify strategies for handling deals during a time of changing global economies. Additionally, these leaders reveal proven advice for working on high-profile cases, navigating cultural issues, and handling multinational work. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this ever-changing field.

The thirty-second edition of the Comparative Law Yearbook of International Business comprises two volumes, each dealing broadly with issues relating to cross-border and mergers and acquisitions. Volume A provides 16 chapters and examines mergers and acquisitions in Europe. Volume B provides 16 chapters and treats mergers and acquisitions in North America, Latin America, and Asia and the Pacific. Each consists of national reports and treatments of selected issues within the respective regions. Volume B, Mergers and Acquisitions in North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific, Selected Issues and Jurisdictions, reviews the Australian Takeovers Panel, joint ventures in China, and employment issues in New Zealand, as well as national reports on Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Nigeria, The Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Trinidad and Tobago.

This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the shareholder wealth effects of the financial sector consolidation in the Asia-Pacific region and its impact on the acquirer's cost of debt. The capital market reactions of the institutions directly involved in the M&A and their rivals are examined to evaluate the success of the consolidation process.

In this book, the author weaves a unique narrative that looks at both empires of business created from mergers and acquisitions and global empires from world history in an attempt to answer the question: why do certain empires endure for long periods while others collapse in a short space of time.

This guide takes a detailed look at all aspects of purchasing part or all of a business in China. Written specifically for businesses to understand all the nuances of China M&A, it details the complete regulatory processes involved as well as the differences that arise when handling M&A between private Chinese companies, Chinese State-Owned Enterprises, and Chinese Listed Corporations. It also deals with the acquisition of bankrupt assets and auction procedures. China Briefing's guides are leaders in their field, provide practical and pragmatic legal and tax information for foreign investors in the PRC and are of specific interest to all businessmen, lawyers, accountants, advisors and academics working in this field.