China on the Acquisition Trail: Increasing Competition for European Company Buyers

Summary

China’s growth has given many companies and financial institutions the capital to pursue aggressive mergers & acquisitions (M&A) strategies. Chinese state funds and corporate buyers have declared Europe – and especially Germany – as prime targets for their acquisition spree. In a detailed study on recently closed transactions involving both Western and Asian buyers, L.E.K. Consulting has identified a number of key success factors for both sides.

Report findings include:

• A broad analysis of the characteristics associated with Chinese-driven M&A activities in Europe
• Success factors for European and Chinese businesses involved in M&A opportunities
• Guidelines for Chinese investors focused on Europe