Dealcast: The M&A Podcast
Dealcast: The M&A Podcast Weekly podcast from the Mergermarket editorial team covering M&A, ECM and activism presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks.
S1 E1 · Thu, April 17, 2025
The reach of Trump’s tariffs – a look at Australia’s IPO market
Australia’s public markets have taken a hit but recently rallied after the US announced a 90-day pause on tariffs. However, the pause didn’t actually change anything for Australia, unlike some other markets. It still faces the initial 10% tariff the US has imposed on all its imports, which has not been altered. Some relief to the uncertainty in recent tariff announcements caused the ASX to experience similar confidence alongside other global markets. But the impacts of the tariffs will remain significant. China, for example, still faces 145% tariffs, and is one of Australia’s biggest trading partners. Australia’s markets have also seen the lowest number of new listings in 20 years, as of 2024 data, amid independent regulatory issues and an increasingly strong private credit environment. Louise Weihart, Mergermarket’s Sydney-based reporter joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the outlook for Australian IPOs including: What'a happening with potential IPO greenshoots on the ASX like Virgin Airlines and GemLife How tariffs on certain sectors could hit Australia in particular, like Trump’s next target: pharmaceuticals How strong regulatory measures for IPOs, like ESG standards, may have made listings more difficult in the country All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, April 04, 2025
Liberation Day limits equity capital markets, sees immediate response from global players
In the days after Trump's "liberation day," equity capital markets are feeling the limiting impacts of the US' sweeping tariffs. Trump’s blanket imposition of 10% tariffs on all US imports is rattling its global trading partners but will likely have the worst impact on Americans – both in the markets and on the cost of goods for everyday citizens. On the ECM front, global markets are spiraling, with European indices red across the board and America’s markets also on shaky ground. CoreWeave’s IPO was meant to be a success burgeoned by AI hype, but in reality Nvidia saved the deal as investor scrutiny increased and markets faced uncertainty. While the US remains a massive services exporter, particularly of cultural items like movies and music, retaliatory steps could look to hamper the value of America's exports and affect American influence. Sam Kerr, Mergermarket’s London-based Global ECM Editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the impact of tariffs on global markets, including: A look at Europe and China’s retaliatory measures – and why tariffs on US cultural and services exports could be the next step Why Asia did not react as badly to Trump’s sweeping tariffs and how China may be insulated against some tariff measures Why advisors may delay IPO issuances and how that could impact companies slated for listing like Klarna, Circle, and StubHub A look into why CoreWeave’s IPO didn’t go as expected and why it’s likely not a particularly liquid stock
S1 E1 · Fri, April 04, 2025
EC’s decision to mull FSR implications of Midea deal highlights new risk for European M&A
Natalie McNelis, Mergermarket’s new Brussels bureau chief, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why the potential scrutiny of this transaction was “surprising;” and how unexpected FSR reviews could throw deal timetables into disarray. Why are dealmakers in Europe nervous that Teresa Ribera, the new competition commissioner, might adopt a harder line than her predecessor, Margrethe Vestager? Why will Safran’s proposal to offer Phase I remedies in its takeover of Collins Aerospace's actuation and flight control business be an interesting test case? What can we expect to see in European scrutiny of Mars’ takeover of Kellanova and Prosus' acquisition of Just Eat Takeaway? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, March 28, 2025
Google’s buy of Wiz to turbocharge dealmaking in tech industry
Google’s acquisition of Wiz is its largest-ever deal and comes with impressive reverse break fee Regulatory scrutiny of the deal will act as bellwether of the US regulatory environment Google’s USD 32bn all-cash offer for multicloud player Wiz is likely to act as the starting pistol on a new wave of tech deals. The proposal to buy Wiz is the tech giant's largest-ever deal and also comes with one of the tech industry’s most significant reverse termination fees. Start-ups in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and cybersecurity are increasingly likely to receive approaches from major tech players in the wake of this deal, which will act as a bellwether for the regulatory mood in the US. Troy Hooper, a California-based Mergermarket journalist covering the tech industry, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why Google’s second offer for the company was successful. Could the US Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new chair, Andrew N. Ferguson, prove more welcoming to tech deals than his predecessor, Lina Khan? Why did Wiz drop its plans to hold an initial public offer (IPO)? Will the cybersecurity aspects of Wiz’s business attract regulatory scrutiny? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Wed, March 19, 2025
Telefónica steps up Latam divestments with Mexico in spotlight
Iñaki Miguel, Mergermarket’s senior Iberian correspondent, and Carlos Martínez, the publication’s Canada editor, join Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why this deal will be such a significant milestone for the Spanish company when it comes. Could Mexico’s new telecoms regulator challenge the deal if Walmart wins the auction? Will Telefónica maintain a position in Brazil? Why has Spain’s State Company for Industrial Investments (SEPI) promoted a management change at the Madrid-based company? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, March 07, 2025
How Germany’s upcoming coalition and uncertainty from abroad could drive M&A
Aurelia Seidlhofer, Mergermarket’s Munich-based senior reporter joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the outlook for dealmaking in Germany and Europe as a whole, including: How US policies could push European M&A and potentially create pan-European champions How CDU campaign points like lowering energy prices and investing in infrastructure could boost dealmaking in Germany Why German companies may look at buying US companies, while Germany and Europe at large may simultaneously become more critical of US investments at home Which big assets are already in the pipeline, such as TenneT Germany All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, March 07, 2025
How Germany’s upcoming coalition and uncertainty from abroad could drive M&A
Aurelia Seidlhofer, Mergermarket’s Munich-based senior reporter joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the outlook for dealmaking in Germany and Europe as a whole, including: How US policies could push European M&A and potentially create pan-European champions How CDU campaign points like lowering energy prices and investing in infrastructure could boost dealmaking in Germany Why German companies may look at buying US companies, while Germany and Europe at large may simultaneously become more critical of US investments at home Which big assets are already in the pipeline, such as TenneT Germany All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Thu, February 27, 2025
AI to drive more, but potentially smaller cybersecurity deals
Troy Hooper, Mergermarket’s Los Angeles-based editor, and Cristiano Dalla Bona, Mergermarket’s New York-based senior ECM reporter, join Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the outlook for dealmaking in the sector, including: How inexpensive, open-source AI platforms, like DeepSeek, are opening up opportunities for dealmaking and potential criminal activity How the rapid developments in AI affect buyers’ needs and shape dealmaking Why buyers in cybersecurity are targeting smaller acquisitions rather than megadeals Which IPOs could arise in the near future, including unicorns like Orca Security and Wiz All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, February 21, 2025
APAC dealmaking flourishes in 1Q
Yiqing Wang, Mergermarket’s Managing Editor for APAC, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why the overall mood is optimistic, despite the risks of a new trade war. When could DeepSeek, the low-cost artificial intelligence (AI) player, seek financing? Has Nippon Steel [TYO:5401] thrown in the towel in its battle to buy US Steel yet? What are the latest developments in the takeover battle for Fuji Soft? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Fri, February 14, 2025
Sponsors begin European spacetech odessey
Auri Aittokallio, Mergermarket’s head of Nordics and assistant editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why a new space race between the US and China is igniting deal flow in Europe. How will increased spending by members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) impact companies in Europe? What is driving a modest recovery in M&A volumes in the sector? If the trajectory continues, what kind of deals will be likely to see? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast
S1 E1 · Thu, February 06, 2025
Synopsys’ takeover of Ansys in spotlight as tariffs ramp up global tensions
Reuben Miller, Mergermarket’s global chief regulatory editor, based in Washington DC, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the multi-fold impact of tariffs on dealmaking. China and the US are currently circling each other like fighters. Why does he see this as “a delicate dance”? Could Trump’s threat of tariffs on allies and competitors be a catalyst for demand for US manufacturing assets? Are the threats a negotiating position to gain concessions or a real statement of intent? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast, which was recorded on Tuesday 4 February.
S1 E1 · Thu, January 30, 2025
North America’s consumer and retail M&A outlook for 2025
While momentum from deal volumes in the second half of 2024 is expected to continue into 2025, there remains uncertainty and a lingering “wait and see” approach while the impact of certain policies under President Donald Trump, like tariffs, are still unknown. Sources also anticipate more megadeals this year as the US moves away from the antitrust environment that stopped deals, like the Kroger and Albertsons merger, for example. In addition, new consumer trends favoring health-conscious snacking and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could change the shape of M&A targets, exemplified in Ferrero Group’s recent acquisition of Power Crunch. Brian Yue, Mergermarket’s New York-based consumer and retail reporter, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the outlook for dealmaking in the sector this year, including: How the rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could impact food & beverage deals How underlying consumer trends towards health & wellness will drive dealmaking How Trump’s policies could impact the international food & beverage supply chain and labor force All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Wed, January 22, 2025
Brazilian aviation consolidation faces regulatory scrutiny
Azul’s non-binding proposal to merge with Gol to face antitrust challenge Trump’s interventionist rhetoric hangs over Mexican market One of the key ongoing deals in Latin America is designed to enhance the aviation industry in Brazil. Airline Azul entered a non-binding agreement to merge with its troubled peer Gol earlier this month. If the deal goes ahead, it will face tough antitrust scrutiny. Thiago Barrozo Mergermarket’s Latin America Editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why the deal is so important at a time when the Brazilian currency is down against the dollar and interest rates are rising. Given the tough macro-economic environment, what other deals could we see in Brazil? How have US President Donald Trump’s threats of tariffs against Mexico affected dealmakers' moods in that country? How are deal volumes in Latin America? All this and more in this week's Dealcast
S1 E1 · Fri, January 17, 2025
EMEA dealmakers cautiously optimistic on 2025; AI, Energy deals in spotlight
Dealmakers in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are cautiously optimistic about M&A pipelines in 2025, with energy providers for data centres likely to be a significant source of activity. The rise in artificial intelligence (AI) is driving strong demand for data centres. Behind the scenes, data centre owners are cutting deals with utilities to supply renewable energy – and these energy providers in turn need to seek significant amounts of private capital to help fund the investments. Spain’s Iberdrola is likely to be a major player in this trend. Its new data centres business already has a valuation above EUR 2bn and it is seeking investment of up to EUR 10bn in the area. Rupert Cocke, Mergermarket’s senior features editor for EMEA, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss this trend, along with the ongoing consolidation of the European asset management space and other market developments. Adnoc’s ongoing takeover of Covestro was the largest deal of last year. Will Covestro still be a source of activity after the deal closes in 2H25? Interest rates are expected to fall this year. What does that mean for private equity dealmaking? Europe accounted for more than 90% of EMEA deal value in 2024. How can dealmakers drive more pan-EMEA M&A by putting sovereign capital from the Middle East to work?
S1 E1 · Thu, December 19, 2024
Private Equity Touchdown – How firms could be scoring big in the NFL
The US’ National Football League has recently enacted a new game plan – the league passed a resolution in August to allow private equity investment into team franchises for the first time. With the average team valued at approximately USD 5bn, the new initiative presents big opportunities for investors. The new resolution is playing into an even larger trend: the creation of a new asset class of sports investing, with PE investments into the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins leading the charge. Furthermore, deal structures have opened up opportunities to own broadcasting rights, real estate, and infrastructure via the stadiums themselves. Tom Cane, Mergermarket’s US-based funds editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss how the NFL’s playbook will impact investors, including a look into: How do firms get the necessary pre-approval to buy stakes in different teams and how much can they own? Which funds are already involved in the NFL and how have those deals come together? How have other sports leagues like the MLB and NBA allowed private investments? What’s on the horizon, including an interest in investing in women’s sports and college teams? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Wed, December 18, 2024
European advisors need to consider narratives that can help clients unlock Chinese capital
European dealmakers need to consider national-security concerns, state subsidies to make deals happen Trump’s second term likely to accelerate protectionist trends Advisors and consultants who want to help their European clients access Chinese capital need to work hard on narratives that emphasise industrial use cases while downplaying any national security concerns. The continent badly needs investment to rebuild its manufacturing base. At the same time, Chinese investors are thinking about deploying capital overseas to sidestep an acceleration of protectionist trends throughout the world when President-elect Donald Trump enters the White House next month. There are two main hurdles to clear to make these cross-border transactions happen. Dealmakers need to show that bringing Chinese capital into European manufacturing is safe from a national-security perspective; while downplaying the risks of state subsidies in the Asian giant distorting home-grown markets. John West, Mergermarket’s managing editor for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Luuk de Klein, head of analytics (EMEA), join Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why the art of the defensive deal is likely to be a big theme of Trump’s second term throughout the world. https://mergermarket.ionanalytics.com/content/1004138166 What are the implications for global markets of a likely block on Nippon Steel’s [TYO:5402] USD 15bn takeover of US Steel [NYSE:X]? https://mergermarket.ionanalytics.com/content/1004148730 Has Europe’s automotives industry been able to access Chinese capital as it struggles with the transition to electric vehicles (EVs)? Why is the fine print of any incoming tariffs so important for any dealmakers considering defensive transactions in the US? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast
S1 E1 · Wed, December 04, 2024
M&A Tales - Companies vulnerable to hacks in post-close period
The post-closing period is when companies are most vulnerable to hacks. The deal announcement might have attracted the attention of malicious hackers at a time that large amounts of data are changing hands. Peter A. Emmi, partner and leader in the Technology Transactions practice within Reed Smith’s Global Corporate Group has some clear advice for dealmakers: “Do your homework and prepare well.” Key steps include securing virtual data rooms (VDRs) and only using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in private networks. Emmi joins Aurelia Seidlhofer, Mergermarket’s Senior Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH) correspondent, and Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the risks around dealmaking, including AI systems generating hard-to-spot mistakes or copyright issues. They also discuss some of the opportunities. Why are junior staff seeing a bigger impact on their workflows than their senior colleagues? Is AI a game-changer for dealmakers? Or is it more about incremental changes? How can AI be used in deal sourcing, due diligence and in drafting legal documents? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast M&A Tales, which looks at the human side of M&A.
S1 E1 · Wed, December 04, 2024
Trump's tariffs could drive Chinese M&A in Europe
Dealmakers in China and the country’s government are unsurprised by US President-elect Donald Trump's election victory and have been preparing for strategies to cope with his threats of tariffs. A strong protectionist stance from the US could fuel Chinese-led transactions in other regions like Europe and Southeast Asia, particularly in mid-market sector. From stimulus packages to increasing inquires about M&A opportunities, China has been prepared for this American political outcome. Ling Yang, Mergermarket’s China-based editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the impact of Trump’s re-election on US-China deals. How could this impact retail M&A like the presence of Walmart’s Sam’s Club in China, given its recent sale of JD.com? How have underlying trends been shaping China-US dealmaking since before the election? How have Chinese dealmakers been preparing for geopolitical volatility in China? Other than Europe, which regions are they thinking about for cross-border transactions? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast.
S1 E1 · Thu, November 28, 2024
Leaks of confidential deal info in Australia attract regulatory scrutiny
Australia’s leaky M&A market is worrying market regulators. One of the most notorious examples came last year, during a deal involving Nitro Software, when a newspaper published the names of the regulators on Australia’s Takeovers Panel that were scrutinising the transaction. As a result of disclosures like this, both the Takeovers Panel and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) have expressed concerns about drops of confidential deal information through backchannels. Simon Segal, Mergermarket’s Australia director, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the different reasons why market insiders leak information. Are deals where info is leaked more likely to lapse than those that maintain a veil of secrecy? What are the penalties for deal practitioners who get caught leaking confidential information? Is there a market transparency case to justify some leaks some of the time? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast
S1 E1 · Thu, November 07, 2024
Investors look for winners in Brazil
The US Federal Reserve might not have been thinking of Brazil when it cut interest rates by half a point in September, but the home of Pelé has been an unlikely beneficiary of US dovishness. Lower interest rates meant US investors turned their attention to emerging markets equities and businesses. The result was a carnival of investment in Brazil just as the country was continuing to inch its way to investment grade status. Deal activity boomed throughout 3Q24. The increasingly liberalized sector of sports betting is becoming a hot market in a soccer mad nation. One company seeking to score big returns here is Flutter Entertainment [NYSE:FLUT, LON:FLTR] which bought a majority stake in Betnacional operator NSX Group for USD 350m just before the Fed decision. https://mergermarket.ionanalytics.com/content/1003914075 Thiago Barrozo, Mergermarket’s Latin American editor, joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why Brazilian dealmakers are in such a good mood, despite terrible flooding earlier in the year. Why will upcoming tax reforms continue to help the market? What are the hottest areas in Brazilian tech? Why is the sports betting liberalization such a big deal? All this and more in this week’s Dealcast
S1 E1 · Wed, November 06, 2024
French sponsors suffer performance anxiety in tough market
French private equity experts are facing performance anxiety as 2024 turns into 2025 at a time when PE exits have plummeted to their lowest level since 2013. At the same time, there is a fierce fight for quality assets, with trade buyers providing stiff competition to sponsors. And, to keep everyone on their toes, the exit market remains dogged by political uncertainty as a result of a hung parliament. A consultancy called Astek, which is backed by ICG, is an example of a PE-backed company with ambitious plans, despite the headwinds. It wants to carry out half a dozen bolt-on dealss per year over the 2025-2027. https://mergermarket.ionanalytics.com/content/1003975431 Arezki Yaiche, Mergermarket’s French bureau chief, and senior reporter Myriam Mariotte join Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why French exits remain so tricky. Why are dealmakers finding it hard to move beyond their pre-election wait-and-see stance? Why are regulatory issues so important in France? How have Mergermarket’s French team begun to take the Pulse of the market? https://mergermarket.ionanalytics.com/content/1003960050 All this and more in this week’s Dealcast
S1 E1 · Tue, October 22, 2024
US IPO market springs to life despite tense election
The Federal Reserve’s bumper half-point rate cut in September has opened an unexpected pre-election window for sponsors seeking to list portfolio companies in an IPO. Sponsors Carlyle Group [NASDAQ: CG] and Partners Group [SWX: PGHN] saw a window following the Fed cut and ran through it without a second thought to the next occupant of the White House, ahead of a 50/50 Presidential election on 5 November. Mergermarket's North American equity capital markets (ECM) senior reporter Cristiano Dalla Bona joins Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham to discuss why the sponsors were able to shake off the political risks. Will Platinum Equity follow Carlyle Group and Partners Group’s example with an IPO for Ingram Micro? What was the mood in the US ECM like before the Fed rate cut? How will the IPO market react to different outlooks in 2025 depending on who wins the election?
S1 E1 · Tue, October 15, 2024
Latin America's growing commercial routes
In this episode, we talk about logistics in Latin America, where Brazil is taking the top position in M&A, with strong consolidation. Despite many challenges yet to be faced in the region, the South American nation is even taking advantage of nearshoring opportunities in Mexico. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Priscilla Murphy, Mergermarket editor for Latin America based in Rio de Janeiro
S1 E1 · Mon, October 14, 2024
US oil deals in focus ahead of elections
In this episode we discuss the potential impact of the US presidential election on the oil and gas sector. A second Donald Trump administration is generally expected to be friendlier to the sector, with most eyes set on who could be named chair of the Federal Trade Commission, which has recently increased its scrutiny of oil and gas deals. However, a Kamala Harris administration, and its possible restrictions of drilling in federal land, could ironically lead to more oil and gas M&A. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Serafina Smith, who is a Mergermarket reporter in New York, and Carlos Martinez, who is Canada editor for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Thu, October 10, 2024
Green shoots in Japan
Japanese dealmakers have high hopes that the year will outperform 2023, based on solid volumes in the year to date. This is driven by a number of factors, including new government-led guidelines. We also look at an unusual case study - the ongoing Fuji Soft deal - as it continues to unfold. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Raiha Mahmoud, senior reporter with Mergermarket
S1 E1 · Mon, September 09, 2024
Path to APAC ECM recovery: a changing landscape
In this episode we’re heading to Asia Pacific region to delve into how APAC equity capital market has been performing with changing themes. When shall we expect for a HK/China deals recovery? Will the IPO boom in India last? What's the IPO outlook for the rest of 2024? Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Yiqing Wang who is the Managing Editor for Mergermarket APAC and Perris Lee, who is the Asia ECM Editorial Director for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Fri, August 23, 2024
Green shoots in Europe
In this episode, we look at the post-summer pipeline for deals in Europe. The mood among dealmakers is cautiously optimistic in anticipation of interest rates continuing to fall. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Rupert Cocke, senior editor for Mergermarket based in Barcelona.
S1 E1 · Thu, August 15, 2024
Latin America – What to expect for 2H24?
In this episode we look at Latin America’s deal forecast for the second half of the year. On the spotlight, the region’s two biggest economies and a key question: why is Mexico more optimistic than Brazil? Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Thiago Barrozo, Latin America editor for Mergermarket based in Sao Paulo.
S1 E1 · Thu, August 08, 2024
Hollysys: The tortuous 3-year take-private
In this episode we look at how the tortuous three year saga to take a US listed Chinese company private ended successfully - despite the efforts of its own CEO. Joining J-A is Ed Vinales a Hong Kong based Public Markets M&A Editor.
S1 E1 · Wed, July 31, 2024
US private credit market is booming
In this episode we’re heading to New York to find out how Private Credit in the US is booming. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Francesca Friday who is a senior private equity reporter and Pooja Sarkar who is a reporter for auctions and antitrust for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, July 24, 2024
UK has opportunity to reinvigorate LSE IPOs following FCA reforms
In this episode we look at the FCA's new LSE listing reforms. Will they make the difference in finally revitalising the London Stock Exchange as a global IPO hub? Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Samuel Kerr, Global ECM Editor for Mergermarket based in London.
S1 E1 · Fri, July 19, 2024
Latin America – Travel and tourism industry is driving growth but where are the M&A opportunities?
In this episode we’re talking about the travel and tourism industry in Latin America but where does M&A fit into the picture? Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Ana Toral who is the Chile Correspondent for Mergermarket
S1 E1 · Wed, July 10, 2024
Into the Matrix: Generative AI dealmaking heats up
In this episode we’re heading to North America to discuss one of the hottest sectors and 2024 is shaping up to be the biggest year yet. Julie-Anna Needham is Troy Hooper, who is a senior editor based in Los Angeles and Michelle Cheng who is a M&A reporter based in New York.
S1 E1 · Wed, July 03, 2024
Mergermarket's 1H24 M&A Report: Key Global Trends and Insights
In this episode, Julie-Anna Needham is joined by Mergermarket's Executive Editor, Lucinda Guthrie, to explore the findings from Mergermarket's 1H24 M&A Highlights report. Global M&A activity continued to recover in the first half of 2024, driven by a resurgence in North America. With deal volume rising 17% year-over-year to USD 1.6 trillion, hawkish monetary policy worldwide appeared to tame inflation and returned some stability to markets. The pendulum swung firmly in favor of the corporate buyer, which accounted for 73% of deal volume in the first half, a level last seen before the pandemic. Megadeals made a comeback and there's been a rebound in buyouts. Dive into the full report for more detailed insights: https://ionanalytics.com/insights/mergermarket/ma-highlights-1h24/?utm_content=1h2024+ma+highlights&utm_source=dealcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=analytics+mergermarket+content
S1 E1 · Thu, June 27, 2024
1H APAC M&A and outlook
In this episode we’re heading back to Asia where there has been a significant slowdown in dealmaking in the first part of this year. M&A deal volume in APAC plunged 40% year over year to USD 107bn in 1Q24, the lowest since 2013. Deal count slid 19% to 1,908 transactions, the smallest number since 2004. Our Mergermarket data also reflected low activity in China – which accounted for 33.2% of all APAC deal volume, down from 39.2% a year ago – as well as in private equity, coupled with less than stellar performance elsewhere. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is the Seoul Bureau Chief and Editor for APAC, Kate Kim. Correctional note: Toshiba deal 2023 mentioned during the recording. Deal was 16bn USD. / 14bn EUR.
S1 E1 · Tue, June 18, 2024
M&A Tales - In-house project management for deals
In this episode, we’re looking at the next installment of a series of special episodes called M&A Tales, where you'll hear about the human side of M&A. These episodes are presented by Rupert Cocke who's a senior editor for Mergermarket is joinied by Julian Macedo, who is the founder of the Deal Team, a London based firm that provides in house project management for IPOs and M&A
S1 E1 · Wed, June 12, 2024
Spacetech hype falls to Earth but sector could still fly high
In this episode we’re finding out about space M&A in Europe. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Joanna Socha, who is a Mergermarket Journalist based in Warsaw.
S1 E1 · Wed, June 05, 2024
India’s IPL teams take page from Man Utd, Atlanta Braves' listing playbook but challenges abound
Today we’re heading to Mumbai and in this episode we’re looking at how the ownership model of the IPL teams is changing. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Darshan Rane who is the India Bureau Chief for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, May 29, 2024
Booming Fintech Sector in LATAM
In this episode we're heading to Mexico to find out about the booming Fintech Sector in Latin America. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Adriana Curiel who is the Mexico correspondent for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Thu, May 23, 2024
Turbulent public markets attract buyout interest
In this episode we’re looking at a funny thing which has happened on the way to the US stock market hitting record highs this year. Several publicly traded companies decided they would be better off operating in the private markets. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Troy Hooper who is Head of Pre-Event Equity Capital Market Coverage at Mergermarket and Cristiano Bona who is Senior US Equity Capital Markets Reporter at Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, May 15, 2024
M&A anthropologists? Qualitative research to play growing role in ESG due diligence
Today's Dealcast will take a look at an emergent trend towards a greater need for qualitative research. Due diligence around environmental, social and governance issues - known as ESG - is becoming much more important by the day. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Rupert Cocke, Senior Editor for Mergermarket and Liz O’Leary Co-Founder and Director of Claros Due Diligence
S1 E1 · Wed, May 08, 2024
APAC - Take-private frenzy heralds return of M&A confidence Down Under
In this week’s episode we’re heading to Sydney to find our about the resurgence of take privates in Australia. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Maggie Lu Yueyang, who is the Bureau Chief in Australia and also Associate Editor for the APAC region.
S1 E1 · Fri, May 03, 2024
Ecommerce in LATAM is booming
In this week’s episode we’ve looking at how the LATAM Ecommerce industry has seen outstanding growth and shows huge potential to continue to grow over the year ahead. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Max Gonzales who is the Brazil correspondent for Mergermarket with a focus on Technology, based in San Paolo.
S1 E1 · Wed, April 24, 2024
European nuclear energy ignites investment trend
In this episode we’re going nuclear and talking about the resurgence of nuclear power in Europe and the M&A opportunities it presents. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Georgina Barnard who is the Industrials Reporter for Europe and Arezki Yaïche, the France Bureau Chief for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, April 17, 2024
What is driving private equity’s interest in the dental services market?
This week we are hearing from the US and finding out why Private equity wants to get it’s teeth into the dental market. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Rebecca Wenzel who is a senior reporter for Mergermarket with a focus on Healthcare.
S1 E1 · Wed, April 10, 2024
Proprietary Indonesia dealmaking to get a boost as election volatility subsides
In this week’s episode we’re finding out how the new government in Indonesia is likely to impact M&A activity. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Mick Basa an Analyst at Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, April 03, 2024
Scream for ice cream – Unilever and the case for a near-EUR 20bn asset sale
In this week's episode we are talking about we’re talking about ice cream M&A. Mergermarket analysed the potential for Unilever to divest its ice creams business in August last year (2023) and Unilever has now confirmed it will do so. This is the largest transaction the year announced in Europe so far at a potential value of up to EUR 20bn and showcases the power of Mergermarket’s journalism and analytical capabilities. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is William Cain who is Head of Analytics EMEA for Mergermarket and Christel Thunell who is a Senior Reporter for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, March 27, 2024
Explore how Brazil's sports betting law brings legal certainty to investors and is expected to foster M&A
In this week’s episode we’re heading to San Paolo in Brazil to find out about the country new law to regulate the booming online betting industry and what opportunities there are for M&A. Joining Julie-Anna Needham is Camila Pavanelli who is a reporter for Mergermarket.
S1 E1 · Wed, March 20, 2024
M&A Activity in the UK Supermarket space
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S1 E1 · Thu, March 14, 2024
Highlights from the Global M&A Dealmakers Sentiment Report 2024
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S1 E1 · Wed, March 06, 2024
US M&A & PE - What were the major themes last year and how will they affect 2024?
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S1 E1 · Wed, February 28, 2024
LATAM M&A Round-Up and what to expect in 2024
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S1 E1 · Fri, February 23, 2024
How OpenAI/Microsoft and other 'big tech'/ AI partnerships ended up in the antitrust hotseat in both Europe and the US
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S1 E1 · Mon, February 19, 2024
Dealcast: M&A Tales - Nadine Mirchandani, EY's Global Deputy Vice Chair - How to find and nurture talented M&A teams?
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S1 E1 · Fri, February 16, 2024
Dealmaking in 2024: Where Will M&A Go? - Q1 Predictions from SS&C Intralinks
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S1 E1 · Fri, February 02, 2024
APAC M&A Round-up 2023 and what to expect in 2024
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 26, 2024
Mergermarket’s Executive Editor’s round-up of M&A activity in 2023 and predications for 2024
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S1 E1 · Wed, January 17, 2024
Turnaround boutiques in vogue as investment banks prep for more distressed deals
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S1 E1 · Wed, January 10, 2024
Chinese companies listing in the US – a challenging situation
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S1 E1 · Mon, December 18, 2023
Mining M&A - A new wave of M&A in taking over North American
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S1 E1 · Fri, December 08, 2023
Big developments in UK security screening – the Telegraph sale and the conclusion of the Newport Wafer/Nexperia saga
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S1 E1 · Wed, December 06, 2023
Dealcast: M&A Tales – Large-cap vs. SME deal making - What are the main differences between the two markets?
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S1 E1 · Wed, November 29, 2023
M&A Annual Leaks Report - Analysis of global significant pre announcement trading (SPAT) and its effect on M&A bids
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S1 E1 · Mon, November 20, 2023
Latin America renewable energy market booming and expected to be a leader globally
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 10, 2023
US – Corporate divestitures continue to slow after an active start to the year – What’s happened?
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S1 E1 · Wed, November 01, 2023
Deal Flow Predictor – Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future trends in the global M&A market (Q4 2023)
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S1 E1 · Fri, October 27, 2023
How are dealmakers handling questions around AI
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S1 E1 · Wed, October 18, 2023
Etraveli/Booking, Activision/Microsoft and the emerging EU/UK approach to ‘ecosystem’ tech deals
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S1 E1 · Wed, October 11, 2023
Mixed messages: IPO markets open, but cautious
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S1 E1 · Fri, September 29, 2023
European Consumer Trendspotter: Carve-outs and strategic deals expected to drive M&A activity
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S1 E1 · Fri, September 15, 2023
The Latin America cryptocurrency market landscape and M&A opportunities
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S1 E1 · Wed, August 30, 2023
What is happening in European IPOs?
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S1 E1 · Wed, August 23, 2023
BioPharma M&A Activity in APAC – Insights from BFC Group
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S1 E1 · Thu, August 10, 2023
US Equity Capital Market update
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S1 E1 · Wed, August 02, 2023
Deal Flow Predictor – Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future trends in the global M&A market (Q3 2023)
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S1 E1 · Thu, July 27, 2023
Record breaking surge in Mining M&A in North America
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 19, 2023
Perspectives from China with InterChina Partners - Chinese M&A activity in 2023
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 12, 2023
EU/UK regulatory view on telco consolidation – Will the CMA block the latest deal?
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 05, 2023
Agetech: Companies and investors seek opportunities as Latin America grows older
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S1 E1 · Wed, June 28, 2023
Iberian M&A is at a transition point following a rocky period
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S1 E1 · Wed, June 21, 2023
North America M&A severely hampered in the past year - could upcoming deals in physical security and cybersecurity turn this around?
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S1 E1 · Mon, June 19, 2023
Australian mining industry is booming- here's Mergermarket's insights
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S1 E1 · Fri, June 09, 2023
Trends and Challenges within Private Equity & Sustainability – An abrdn podcast
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S1 E1 · Tue, June 06, 2023
Dealcast: M&A Tales - Bilingual - Speaking to startups and corporates (episode 2)
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S1 E1 · Fri, May 26, 2023
Why is Investment screening a hot topic in EU member states
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S1 E1 · Fri, May 19, 2023
US banking concerns raise- what does this mean for M&A
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S1 E1 · Fri, May 12, 2023
Brazil’s A.I. regulation bill
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S1 E1 · Fri, May 05, 2023
CMA blocks Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard – impacts on cloud gaming market
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 28, 2023
DACH dealmakers turn to earnouts in tough circumstances
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 21, 2023
Deal Flow Predictor – Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future trends in the global M&A market (Q2 2023)
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 14, 2023
APAC: Changes to the Chinese listing roles and updates on the Alibaba situation
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S1 E1 · Tue, April 11, 2023
Women entrepreneurship in Latin America
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 31, 2023
Credit Suisse - a series of unfortunate events leads the banking industry into panic
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 24, 2023
Glass ceiling shows first cracks in PE space
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 17, 2023
US:2023 will be a big year for Healthcare M&A
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 10, 2023
South Korea M&A Deal Activity off to a flying start in 2023
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S1 E1 · Wed, March 08, 2023
Dealcast: M&A Tales Series - Dealmaking as an Improvisational Art
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S1 E1 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Highlights from the 2023 SS&C Intralinks Global Dealmakers Sentiment Report
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S1 E1 · Wed, February 22, 2023
Latin America Trendspotter: M&A market shows resilience despite drop in deal value
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S1 E1 · Fri, February 10, 2023
ECM Highlights 2022 & What can we expect in 2023?
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 27, 2023
Global M&A standout themes from 2022 and outlooks for the new environment in 2023
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 20, 2023
APAC – Highlights of 2022 M&A activity and expectations for 2023
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S1 E1 · Mon, January 16, 2023
Q1 2023 Deal Flow Predictor – SS&C Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future dealmaking activity in the global M&A market
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 06, 2023
US M&A 2022 round-up and expectations for 2023
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S1 E1 · Fri, December 23, 2022
LATAM 2022 M&A round-up and bright spots for the M&A market in 2023
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S1 E1 · Fri, December 16, 2022
TMT deal making shining through against a market in turmoil - Clearwater International Multiples Heatmap podcast (Episode 4)
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S1 E1 · Mon, December 12, 2022
APAC Power Generation in the M&A Market
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S1 E1 · Fri, December 02, 2022
Temperature’s Rising: The growing importance of ESG to EMEA M&A
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 18, 2022
Diamond Jubilee Episode - New Research Reveals How M&A Deal Leaks Evolved During the Pandemic
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 11, 2022
On your marks – Porsche may jumpstart H2 IPO race, but valuation talk complex
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 04, 2022
Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard – what regulatory challenges have they faced so far?
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S1 E1 · Fri, October 28, 2022
Latin America – Growing opportunities in the Pet care industry
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S1 E1 · Fri, October 21, 2022
Deal Flow Predictor – Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future trends in the global M&A market (Q4 2022)
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S1 E1 · Fri, October 07, 2022
Trends driving dealflow in the business services space – Clearwater International Multiples Heatmap podcast (Episode 3)
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S1 E1 · Fri, September 30, 2022
Reframing M&A around Stakeholder Relationships: Economic, Political and Social Processes
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S1 E1 · Fri, September 23, 2022
abrdn examines the thriving private equity secondary market 2022
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S1 E1 · Fri, September 16, 2022
Europe’s TMT activity has been exciting for dealmakers, here’s why…
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S1 E1 · Fri, August 12, 2022
US Spotlight on SPACs: De-SPAC companies becoming acquisition targets
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S1 E1 · Fri, August 12, 2022
EMEA M&A Trends for H2 2022 – Bloodied but unbowed
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S1 E1 · Fri, July 29, 2022
China’s amended Anti-Monopoly law includes substantial changes, but some additions need clarity
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 27, 2022
APAC: Back to school – Indian edtech valuations
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S1 E1 · Fri, July 22, 2022
European growth capital – why the case for investing still stands
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S1 E1 · Fri, July 08, 2022
US: What is driving interest in healthcare data deals?
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S1 E1 · Thu, June 30, 2022
Deal Flow Predictor for Q3 2022 – Intralinks’ quarterly prediction of future trends in the global M&A market
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S1 E1 · Fri, June 24, 2022
EMEA Financial Services M&A Pipeline - It looks all right for ‘capital-lite’
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S1 E1 · Fri, June 10, 2022
Trends driving dealflow in the healthcare space – Clearwater International Multiples Heatmap podcast (Episode 2)
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S1 E1 · Mon, June 06, 2022
South Korea has elected a new president – how will the new administration impact deal making?
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S1 E1 · Tue, May 31, 2022
South Korea has elected a new president – how will the new administration impact deal making?
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S1 E1 · Tue, May 24, 2022
European regulation for the technology, media, and telecoms sector
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S1 E1 · Mon, May 16, 2022
Asia: CAC’s pre-approval remains biggest uncertainty to Chinese US IPOs; but cases show it’s navigable
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S1 E1 · Fri, May 06, 2022
Canadian M&A Activity 2022
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 29, 2022
The rise of HR technology in Latin America
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 22, 2022
US Banking M&A Activity 2022
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S1 E1 · Thu, April 14, 2022
ECM activity in the EMEA region
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 08, 2022
The Metaverse: Game and education investments fuel M&A frenzy
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S1 E1 · Fri, April 01, 2022
Consolidation in the veterinary/pet care market in the US
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 25, 2022
ECM Activity in Asia 2022
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 18, 2022
Gender Diversity and M&A Outcomes
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 11, 2022
Transformational year for the industrials and chemicals sector – Clearwater International Multiples Heatmap
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S1 E1 · Fri, March 04, 2022
Mergermarket Dealcast presents: Vibrant tech hub in Asia - SPACs & take-privates set off in 2022
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S1 E1 · Thu, February 24, 2022
Lessons learned from the German government's review of Siltronic/GlobalWafers – what does this mean for future German deals?
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S1 E1 · Wed, February 16, 2022
M&A in Gaming: Microsoft’s record Activision deal could spawn acquisition frenzy
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S1 E1 · Fri, February 04, 2022
What is driving growing consumption of alternative meats?
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 28, 2022
European TMT activity – What does 2022 hold instore after last year’s boost?
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 21, 2022
M&A in North America reached record highs in 2021 – what can we expect in 2022?
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 14, 2022
2021 was a vintage year for M&A activity in Europe – what can we expect in 2022
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S1 E1 · Fri, January 07, 2022
Asian M&A activity – key deals and 2022 expectations
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S1 E1 · Fri, December 10, 2021
It’s a gas - How high can hydrogen deals fly?
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S1 E1 · Thu, December 02, 2021
Mergermarket Dealcast presents: The evolution of shareholder activism in Europe
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 19, 2021
Dealcast presents – Highlights from the Global M&A Dealmakers Sentiment Report 2022
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S1 E1 · Fri, November 05, 2021
ESG: Social concerns increasingly important to European consumer-sector M&A
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S1 E1 · Tue, November 02, 2021
Australia’s electric vehicle market is growing…but slowly, here’s why
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S1 E1 · Mon, October 25, 2021
Explosive M&A year in Mexico’s technology sector 2021
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S1 E1 · Thu, October 14, 2021
Record breaking 2021 so far for IPOs – Headline figures revealed
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S1 E1 · Thu, October 07, 2021
Australia is trailing the global M&A ESG landscape – what does this mean for dealmaking?
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S1 E1 · Thu, September 30, 2021
Major developments in the Alzheimer’s drug space and investments into healthtech
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S1 E1 · Mon, September 20, 2021
European TMT deal activity continues roaring
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S1 E1 · Thu, September 02, 2021
India – The frenzy of Technology IPOs
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S1 E1 · Thu, August 26, 2021
Changes to the Federal Trade Commission and the impact on M&A activity
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S1 E1 · Mon, August 09, 2021
Is shareholder activism picking up in Europe?
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 28, 2021
Cannabis and M&A - the US is on the brink of federal legalization of cannabis
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S1 E1 · Wed, July 21, 2021
Chinese regulatory landscape affecting tech deals across the globe
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S1 E1 · Mon, July 12, 2021
Megadeals – PE dealmaking surge of 2021 has one more record in its sights
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S1 E1 · Mon, July 05, 2021
Automotive suppliers taking different routes to all-electric future
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S1 E1 · Mon, June 28, 2021
China M&A outlook and dairy product acquisitions
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S1 E1 · Tue, June 22, 2021
How ESG factors are driving deal activity in Europe
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S1 E1 · Wed, June 16, 2021
The hyped IPO of Oatly and plant-based food acquisition trends
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S1 E1 · Tue, June 08, 2021
Solar power consolidation in Vietnam
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S1 E1 · Thu, June 03, 2021
MergerMarket Dealcast Presents: Trends in Tech M&A
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S1 E1 · Wed, June 02, 2021
How are European energy and mining companies transitioning to a greener future
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S1 E1 · Mon, May 17, 2021
Software buyouts driving surge in take-private activity in North America
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S1 E1 · Tue, May 04, 2021
Australia’s Covid-19 pandemic upending M&A from a stakeholder perspective
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S1 E1 · Mon, April 26, 2021
FDI screening regimes tightening in Europe
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S1 E1 · Thu, April 15, 2021
SPACs conflicts of interest and IPO Activity in the Americas
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S4 E8 · Tue, March 30, 2021
The European SPACs boom and SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor
The SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor provides a six-month view of global and regional M&A activity and a wealth of actionable market intelligence. Read the latest edition of the SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor to find out the data-driven M&A forecast for the next six months, by region and globally. This edition also features: • A spotlight feature, “Breaking Up Big Tech,” charting regulators’ new antitrust fervor • An interview with Raquel Perez Martinez, Executive Investments and M&A Director for Europe and Brazil at EDP Renováveis (EDPR), on the charging up of renewable energy Download the latest issue today. https://www.intralinks.com/insights/publication/deal-flow-predictor-2021q2
S4 E7 · Tue, March 30, 2021
Conference coverage: Tulane Law School's virtual conference
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S4 E6 · Tue, March 16, 2021
Dissent involving Cayman incorporated Chinese companies taken private from US exchanges
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S4 E5 · Mon, March 15, 2021
Where ESG fits into shareholder activism
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S4 E3 · Wed, March 03, 2021
Key Chinese regulatory approval for Cisco's acquisition of Acacia
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S4 E4 · Wed, March 03, 2021
US antitrust and merger control outlook under President Biden
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S4 E2 · Fri, January 22, 2021
M&A Outlook 2021
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S4 E1 · Wed, January 13, 2021
Top tech M&A trends for 2021
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S2 E8 · Tue, October 13, 2020
8: Tipping Point: Deal Terms
Seyfarth’s Paul Pryzant and SRS Acquiom's Chris Letang join Tom Cane to discuss how the shift from a seller’s to a buyer’s M&A market this year has impacted the deal terms being agreed in the mid-market, from an increase in earn-outs and termination fees to the impact of the pandemic on reps and warranties. Paul and Chris also discuss how technology is changing the due diligence process.
S2 E7 · Wed, April 29, 2020
7: Dealcast: Covid-19 and healthcare M&A
No sector is closer than healthcare to the front-lines of the covid-19 pandemic. Not only is the pandemic shaking up businesses in the sector, it is creating opportunities for dealmaking. Indeed, Thermo Fisher ’s [NYSE:TMO] proposed takeover of diagnostics firm Qiagen [NYSE:QGEN] shows how the crisis can make the case for M&A. In this week’s podcast, Mergermarket healthcare editor Mintoi Chessa-Florea, Mergermarket healthcare reporter Davide Salvi and Dealreporter analyst William Cain join us to discuss the sector. At issue are: pre-covid-19 M&A trends, the effect of the pandemic on business cases, the effect of the pandemic on M&A and ECM, and the outlook for Qiagen/Thermo Fisher.
S2 E6 · Fri, April 24, 2020
6: Tipping Point: Learning Good Habits in Bad Times
US asset and wealth management M&A saw a significant uptick before the coronavirus pandemic, fueled in part by aging registered investment advisors looking to sell at high valuations amid a booming stock market. While current volatility has put the brakes on activity, some deals are still getting done and the longer term prospects look healthy, notably driven by strong interest from private equity. Raymond James’ Liz and Peter Nesvold recently joined host Tom Cane to discuss the unfolding landscape for the sector. It's a time for companies to learn good habits in bad times and position themselves for future opportunities. According to Mergermarket data, Raymond James has been one of the most active investment banks in the field, with recent deals including advising Stratos Wealth Holdings on a strategic minority investment from Emigrant Partners.
S2 E5 · Wed, March 25, 2020
5: Tipping Point: COVID-19’s impact on M&A
Bill Curtin, Hogan Lovell’s global head of mergers and acquisitions, recently joined Mergermarket managing editor Tom Cane to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on M&A activity both in the immediate future and on the longer term horizon. What are companies and advisors doing now to get through this unprecedented challenge? Where will opportunities emerge and who is best placed to capitalize on them?
S2 E3 · Mon, March 09, 2020
3: Dealcast: LatAm M&A Policy Wrap
In this podcast episode Mergermarket’s Latin America editor Thiago Barrozo talks with Stephen Marks, Managing Partner of Miami-based investment and financial advisory firm Emmersion , on investment trends and M&A opportunities in Latin America, the impacts of the trade standoff between China and the US in the region, and the sentiment of US investors towards the recent social and political turmoil in Latin American countries like Bolivia, Chile and Venezuela.
S3 E2 · Mon, March 02, 2020
2: Dealcast: Activism trends in 2020
Dealcast is a podcast covering M&A, ECM, shareholder activism and other corporate activity. As activist investors broaden their scope and adjust their tactics, more buysiders are adopting activist tactics. Some activists are now looking to create value by improving companies’ ESG performance. Meanwhile, their targets often prefer closed-door engagement – a wish which activists are increasingly accommodating. Add to this the emergence of such funds as The Church Commissioners for England to the ranks of those engaging in forms of shareholder activism. Big changes are underway in this space. Activistmonitor’s William Mace and Claudia De Meulemeester joined us to talk about these emerging trends in shareholder activism.
S3 E1 · Tue, February 11, 2020
1: Tipping Point - Shareholder Activism: Shift to bigger, healthier targets
In a conversation with host Tom Cane, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP’s Keith Gottfried and Acuris’ Ed Mullane tell the story of North American shareholder activism, picking apart its evolution from a practice with a deep value approach of investing in dysfunctional, illiquid small-cap companies to one that focuses on larger, successful companies, where the activist comes in with a thesis to unlock value, often through M&A. Why has this shift taken place over the years, and where is activism heading? What kind of M&A demands are we likely to see this year?
S2 E13 · Wed, November 13, 2019
13: Dealcast: Vertical farming grows up
Could tomorrow’s groceries come from a lab? Today’s vertical-farming startups aim to grow food in tightly controlled indoor stacks, solving a host of problems – blight, water wastage and a shortage of land – at once. Leading the way are such firms as the UK’s Intelligent Growth Solutions, Belgium’s Urban Crop Solutions and Italy’s Planet Farms, all of which featured in recent Mergermarket coverage of the space. Their expansion already offers an investment opportunity for venture capital and private equity, and some early pacesetters, such as Finland’s Netled, are eyeing public listings. Mergermarket’s Barbara Pianese joined us to talk about this intersection of grocery retail, tech and agriculture.
S2 E12 · Fri, August 09, 2019
12: Dealcast: Allergan reaction
The European Commission (EC) is reviewing AbbVie’s [NYSE:ABBV] proposed acquisition of Botox producer Allergan [NYSE:AGN]. The merging parties have already pledged to divest such products as brazikumab, a drug under development for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, and Zenpep (pancrelipase), which treats a pancreatic disorder, but the EC may want more changes if it is to approve the deal. Dealreporter’s Pablo Mayo Cerqueiro and Mergermarket’s Mintoi Chessa-Florea joined us to discuss how the EC’s review is likely to go.
S2 E11 · Thu, June 20, 2019
11: Dealcast: KKR’s play for Axel Springer
German media conglomerate Axel Springer [ETR:SPR] has caught the eye of KKR [NYSE:KKR]. With Axel Springer’s founding family supporting its bid, KKR has an easier route towards taking the target off the market. Activistmonitor editor William Mace and Mergermarket ’s resident DACH expert Emma-Victoria Farr joined us to discuss what the deal could mean for Axel Springer’s future.
S2 E10 · Fri, June 14, 2019
10: Dealreporter Asia: AGL Energy's offer for Vocus, Healius' investing in Japan and Kuyushu Railway Co's AGM
In this weekly edition of Dealreporter Asia Pacific’s podcast, Anette Jönsson and Ed Vinales discuss key deals and developments relevant to Asia event-driven investors, including AGL Energy ’s [ASX:AGL] new indicative offer for Australian telecom company Vocus [ASX:VOC], private equity interest in Australian healthcare provider Healius [ASX:ALS] and corporate governance-related investing in Japan. In connection with the latter we highlight the upcoming AGM for Kyushu Railway Co [TYO:9142] that will feature a number of proposals from an activist investor. We also touch on the possible implications for the Chinese ADR delist/relist trend of US Senator Marco Rubio’s recent move to introduce a bill that proposes to delist US-listed Chinese companies that don’t open their audit books to US regulators, and discuss why the bill may have legs and could become legislation.
S2 E9 · Fri, May 31, 2019
9: Dealcast Asia: Melco buys Crown stake, Qunar's surprise ruling
In this weekly edition of Dealreporter Asia Pacific’s podcast, Stephanie Hanna and Anette Jönsson discuss key developments on several Asian situations, including comments by Malaysia’s prime minister indicating Australian rare earth producer Lynas [ASX:LYC] will be allowed to continue operating in the Southeast Asian country; and the potential implications of casino tycoon James Packer selling part of his stake in Crown Resorts [ASX:CWN] to Melco Resorts & Entertainment [NASDAQ:MLCO] less than two months after his talks with Wynn Resorts [NASDAQ:WYNN] were terminated following a leak. At the end of the podcast we reveal an unexpected judicial setback for the dissenting shareholders of Qunar’s take-private that could have implications for ongoing and future Section 238 fair value processes in Cayman.
S2 E8 · Wed, May 29, 2019
8: Dealcast: Tech listings go awry
Wobbly tech-sector IPOs, including those of Uber [NYSE:UBER] and Finablr [LON:FIN], have dampened the mood for ECM. Dealreporter ECM editor Gustav Sandstrom joined us to discuss how these high-profile fumbles could affect similar listings ahead this year.
S2 E7 · Fri, May 24, 2019
7: Dealcast Asia: SAMR leadership change, the latest on Lynas and upcoming deals
In this inaugural edition of Dealreporter Asia Pacific’s podcast, Stephanie Hanna and Ed Vinales discuss the appointment of a new head of China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), and how the US-China trade dispute is impacting Wesfarmer’s hostile bid for rare-earth miner Lynas. Other situations covered include the hairy privatisation of Hong Kong’s Harbin Electric, and the ongoing sale processes surrounding Hitachi Chemical, and NXC Corp, which owns 47.68% of South Korea’s largest gaming company Nexon. The journalists end the podcast discussing why Australian development and construction business Lendlease could become a takeover target.
S2 E6 · Fri, May 10, 2019
6: Dealcast: The case for European telecoms M&A
With European telecoms attracting takeover attention, Dealreporter editor Heba Abdelrahman and Mergermarket journalist Amy-Jo Crowley joined us to talk about the case for telecoms M&A, the obstacles standing in the way of deals in the space, and the likelihood of a deal for KPN [AMS:KPN].
S2 E4 · Thu, April 04, 2019
4: Shareholder activism and private equity
Activist investors are adapting their strategy to the top of the business cycle. Activistmonitor assistant editor William Mace and William Cain, who writes Dealreporter's Flash feature, joined us this week to speak about the intersection of private equity and shareholder activism.
S2 E3 · Thu, February 28, 2019
3: Lundbeck ready to make acquisitions
Danish pharmaceutical company Lundbeck [CPH: LUN] is poised for a run of M&A to replenish its drug pipeline. We caught up with our Nordics reporter, Karoliina Liimatainen, who spoke recently with the company's chief executive, Deborah Dunsire, and has more on the company's plans for growth.
S2 E2 · Thu, February 07, 2019
2: Apollo/RPC faces possible rival bid from Berry
Just when Apollo seemed poised to take over plastics company RPC, Berry Global emerged as a possible rival bidder. Deane McRobie interviews Mergermarket industrials reporter Joao Grando and Dealreporter industrials reporter Swetha Gopinath on last week's spoiler.
S2 E1 · Fri, January 25, 2019
1: A look back at UK M&A in 2018, and 2019 predictions
This week's episode, hosted by Deane McRobie, features EMEA research editor at Mergermarket, Jonathan Klonowski, and Mergermarket private-equity reporter, Claude Risner. The team review UK M&A activity in 2018 discussing Brexit woes affecting market volatility and sectors to watch if the country heads towards an economic downturn. Also hear their predictions for 2019's deal pipeline.
Thu, September 13, 2018
Dealcast: Linde Praxair
Two years after talks began, Linde and Praxair are still trying to secure regulatory clearance for their merger. Chinese approval is due within weeks, but with a 24 October deadline approaching, is the industrial gasses deal going to run out of steam? Brandon Hamilton tells Julie-Anna Needham why coordinating the antitrust approvals are proving to be a headache for the companies.
Fri, August 24, 2018
Dealcast: Vodafone, Elliott and Liberty Global
Vodafone has had quite the year, announcing a deal with Liberty Global for its Eastern European assets, while reportedly also having caught the eye of activist fund Elliott. Will they push for share buybacks or perhaps a (partial) disposal of its towers assets? Samantha Tomaszczyk discusses what could be next for the telecoms giant.
Thu, August 09, 2018
Dealcast: Activism in Europe
No one is safe from activist investors, or so Elliott Advisors would have European companies believe. The US-based fund was recently revealed to have built a stake in Vodafone Group. What they might want is still a mystery, but it is likely the global telecoms group's many minority interests and broad geographical portfolio could be targeted. Much of the action this year has revolved around de-conglomerisation, with activists Cevian and Elliott at Thyssenkrupp and Sherborne Investors at Barclays pushing for streamlined structures. Could GSK be next? So far, the often more aggressive US funds have opted for a gentler approach in Europe, but as companies are getting more proactive and as defence strategies are getting more sophisticated, the gloves could increasingly come off. UniCredit's Mustier at least is confident his military background will serve him well in fending off Caius Capital's attempt to force the conversion of EUR 3bn of financial instruments into common stock. Kat Van Hoof gets the lowdown on activist antics and campaigns from Activistmonitor Assistant Editor William Mace.
Thu, July 19, 2018
Dealcast: Craft Beer
The unstoppable trend of craft beer has seen major brewers - such as Heineken, Kirin and AB InBev - muscle in on the action. But getting in to bed with "big beer" poses a dilemma for small brewers who value their independence, with some opting for private equity investment instead. Over a few beers, Julie-Anna Needham discusses the matter with John West and Deane McRobie
Fri, July 06, 2018
Dealcast: European M&A With Greenhill
In this week’s Dealcast¸ the exceptional M&A cycle is discussed with Greenhill’s UK head, Pieter-Jan Bouten. Mega deals are set to continue with both boards and investors displaying an extraordinary level of confidence in pursuing transactions and accelerating growth, according to Bouten. Strong activity in the TMT sector is set to continue, driven by technology and the importance of companies such as Facebook, Amazon and Netflix.
Thu, June 21, 2018
Dealcast Aston Martin IPO 21 June 2018
Famed for its association with James Bond, the luxury British car-maker Aston Martin is eyeing a London listing later this year. The owners are reportedly hoping for a valuation of between GBP 4bn and GBP 5bn. But investors have questioned that valuation and queried how closely it can be compared to Ferrari, which has seen its share price jump by some 160% since listing in 2016. Julie-Anna Needham speaks to Katrien Van Hoof and Swetha Gopinath.
Thu, June 07, 2018
Dealcast Smiths Group Fortum Uniper 6 June 2018
Long-rumoured break-up candidate Smiths Group recently confirmed talks about combining its medical division with ICU Medical. Could it be the trigger that leads to a break-up of the remaining divisions? Meanwhile, at Uniper’s AGM, a key vote has been delayed on the probe into the role of management and whether they tried to block a stake sale to Fortum. We discuss what it means for the deal. With Julie-Anna Needham and William Cain.
Thu, May 24, 2018
Dealcast European Banking Barclays Virgin Money Clydesdale
European banking deals are the discussed this week. Barclays' rumoured tie-up with Standard Chartered is making headlines, while Clydesdale has just over a week before it needs to make a firm bid for Virgin Money. In Denmark, Ringjobing Landbobank has secured the backing of major shareholder previous rival for its deal with Nordjyske. With Julie-Anna Needham and Gustav Sandstrom
Thu, May 10, 2018
Dealcast Vodafone Liberty Global Comcast Fox 10 May 2018
Two complicated relationships are discussed in this edition of Dealcast. Vodafone has bid for some of Liberty Global’s European assets. The companies' on/off relationship has led them to being compared to Ross and Rachel from Friends. So can they go the distance this time? Comcast’s rumoured bid for Twenty-First Century Fox to rival that of Disney is also examined. Who will succeed, and how will the Murdochs protect their legacy? With Julie-Anna Needham and guest Samantha Tomaszczyk
Wed, April 25, 2018
Dealcast Global Merger Control Developments 25 April 2018
This week’s Dealcast examines global changes in merger control. In Europe, Competition Commissioner Vestager is nearing the end of her term in office. Remedies in the recent approval of the Bayer /Monsanto deal highlight the EC’s focus on innovation. A CFIUS-style framework to scrutinise foreign investment is also on the horizon. In China, a newly established agency took over the merger control functions of existing agencies on 20 April. But will the State Administration for Market Regulation or SAMR review deals any differently to predecessor MOFCOM? In the US, the DoJ’s trial against AT&T/Time Warner is the first vertical merger challenged for 40 years and could have sweeping implications going forward. The FTC is on the cusp of having only one commissioner, whilst CFIUS – following the blocking of Broadcom’s attempt to acquire Qualcomm – is set to have its powers expanded. With Julie-Anna Needham, Francesca Micheletti, Joseph Tipograph and Qianwen Lu
Thu, April 12, 2018
Dealcast Shire Takeda 12 April 2018
Takeda has until 25 April to make an offer for Shire or walk away. But with some scepticism amongst Shire shareholders, the Japanese suitor will have work to do to win support, if it proceeds with a firm bid. Katrien Van Hoof and Swetha Gopinath discuss the bidder's financing options and its listing dilemma.
Thu, March 29, 2018
Dealcast European IPOs 29 March 2018
European IPO activity year-to-date has beaten last year’s total issuance by far, with a total of EUR 11.6bn raised across 41 deals. DACH IPOs dominated, with Siemens Healthineers’ EUR 4.2bn offer and Deutche Bank’s DWS EUR 1.46bn IPO grabbing headlines. But not all deals are being met with the same enthusiasm. ECM Editor Sofia Cerqueira and senior reporter Katrien Van Hoof discuss the main trends seen in the first quarter and the challenges that lie ahead for those queuing in the IPO pipeline.
Thu, March 01, 2018
Dealcast Commissioner Vestager Interview 1 March 2018
The long-running review of Bayer’s bid for Monsanto is among the topics discussed by the European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager in this week’s Dealcast. The Commissioner tells us why more cases are cleared with a simplified procedure, and gives us her thoughts on innovation and data. With Julie-Anna Needham and Francesca Micheletti.
Thu, February 08, 2018
Dealcast Qualcomm Broadcom NXP 8 February 2018
This week's Dealcast looks a major deal in the tech industry. Broadcom has increased its bid for Qualcomm. Now Qualcomm must decide whether to engage with its suitor and whether to increase its own offer for NXP. Decisions, decisions.... with Julie-Anna Needham and Samantha Tomaszczyk
Thu, January 25, 2018
Dealcast GKN Melrose 25 January 2018
GKN has accused Melrose of offering a "fake premium" in its hostile bid for the automotive and aerospace group. Both companies are attempting to woo shareholders by convincing them their team is best placed to run GKN. But who will succeed? With Katrien Van Hoof, Julie-Anna Needham & Amit Rawtani
Thu, January 11, 2018
Dealcast Ladbrokes Coral GVC 12 January 2018
Fixed-odds betting terminals - or FOBTs - and their role in GVC’s takeover of Ladbrokes Coral are the focus of this week’s Dealcast. The outcome of a UK Government review, expected to cut earnings from FOBTs, will decide the final amount that the bidder pays. With Julie-Anna Needham, Deane McRobie and John Ward.
Thu, December 14, 2017
Dealcast Regal Cineworld 14 December 2017
This week's podcast looks at shareholder views on the GBP 2.7bn offer for US Cinema chain Regal from Cineworld. The bidder will increase its leverage and undertake a significant rights issue to fund the deal, prompting some concern from investors. With Julie-Anna Needham and Swetha Gopinath.
Thu, November 30, 2017
Dealcast Sky Fox Activism 30 November 2017
Find out the latest on UK competition approval for 21st Century Fox's takeover of Sky in this edition of Dealcast. Shareholder activism is on the rise across Europe. We hear from a Swiss activist shareholder about his approach. With Julie-Anna Needham, Samantha Tomaszczyk and William Mace
Thu, November 16, 2017
Dealcast Abertis Premier Foods 16 November
Dealcast is a fortnightly podcast from the Dealreporter and Activistmonitor teams covering M&A, ECM and activism. The bidding war for Abertis is examined in this week’s podcast, with the merits of rival offers from Hochtief and Atlantia considered. Whilst the Spanish regulator reviews Hochtief’s bid could Atlantia return with a higher offer? The future of Oxo and Mr Kipling maker Premier Foods is also assessed. With two activist investors, attention has shifted to operational performance following a failed takeover approach. With Julie-Anna Needham, Alessandra Castelli and William Cain.
Thu, November 02, 2017
Dealcast 2 November - Italian M&A and ECM activity, Creat/Biotest CFIUS review drags on
Dealcast is a fortnightly podcast from the Dealreporter and Activistmonitor teams covering M&A, ECM and activism. The Italian market is put under the microscope in this week's podcast. Dealreporter's Giulia Lasgni tells Julie-Anna Needham that improved sentiment is helping deal and ECM activity. Deane McRobie explains what is slowing down Creat Group's acquisition of Biotest. The US foreign investment committee CFIUS is taking a close look but why has its remit expanded?
Fri, October 06, 2017
Dealcast Bayer Monsanto 6 October 2017
The Dealreporter team looks at the Monsanto/Bayer merger reviews in the US and Europe. With Julie-Anna Needham, Francesca Micheletti and Joseph Tipograph
Fri, September 08, 2017
Dealcast NXP Qualcomm FCA 8 September 2017
Dealcast is a fortnightly podcast from the Dealreporter and Activistmonitor teams covering M&A, ECM and activism. In this edition, the team discuss regulatory approval for the NXP and Qualcomm deal, and future options for Fiat Chrysler. With Julie-Anna Needham, Samantha Tomaszczyk and Deane McRobie.
Fri, July 28, 2017
Dealcast Barclays Activism 28 July 2017
Barclays potential separation of its investment bank and shareholder activism in Europe are discussed by the Dealreporter and Activistmonitor team
Thu, July 13, 2017
Dealcast 13 July 2017
Dealcast: The Dealreporter team discuss Vantiv's bid for Worldpay and ECM activity in Europe, including Deutsche Bank, Allied Irish Bank, Santander, Delivery Hero, Just Eat and Saudi Aramco. With Julie-Anna Needham, Samantha Tomaszczyk and John West
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