Australia M&A Market to Continue to Be Active, Law Firm Says

The video discusses the M&A market in Australia, noting a quieter year compared to 2018 but consistent with previous years. It highlights active sectors like healthcare, financial services, and tech, while resources decline. Foreign interest, especially from the US and Canada, remains strong, but Chinese investment has decreased due to regulatory issues. Low interest rates drive up equity prices, affecting price expectations. Regulatory focus on data and geopolitical factors influence deal structuring, but opportunities remain with the right approach.

Which sectors are expected to see the most M&A activity in Australia, despite a decline in resources?

• Automotive and Manufacturing

• Agriculture and Retail

• Real Estate and Construction

• Consumer, Healthcare, Financial Services, and Tech

What has been a significant factor in the decline of Chinese bidders in the Australian M&A market?

• A lack of interest in Australian sectors

• Higher taxes on foreign investments

• Increased competition from European bidders

• Chinese regulatory policies restricting outbound investment

How have low interest rates affected equity prices in the Australian M&A market?

• They have caused equity prices to decrease

• They have had no impact on equity prices

• They have driven equity prices up

• They have stabilized equity prices

What is a key focus for regulators in the context of foreign investments in Australia?

• Environmental impact assessments

• Data and competition regulation

• Labor market effects

• Cultural integration policies

What trend is observed in the target price expectations in the Australian M&A market?

• Expectations are fluctuating unpredictably

• Expectations remain unchanged

• Expectations are increasing due to rising equity prices

• Expectations are decreasing due to market saturation