India - Rising power in International M&A

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Waves of M&A activity
  • Triggers
  • India's coming of age
  • Motivations of Indian firms
• Tata conquers British marquees
• Suzlon bags REpower
• Mittal Steel makes its mark
• Trends & Patterns of Indian acquisitions abroad
• Why India leads China in cross-border M&A

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This text explores the rise of India as a major player in the global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape. It analyzes the motivations, strategies, and trends driving Indian firms' involvement in cross-border M&A activity, highlighting India's unique position and successes in comparison to other emerging economies like China.

• The growing role of India in global M&A activity
• The motivations and strategies of Indian firms in cross-border acquisitions
• The trends and patterns of Indian acquisitions abroad
• A comparative analysis of India's M&A activity with other emerging economies like China
• The impact of Indian M&A on global business and economic landscapes

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the discussion by providing an overview of the history and evolution of M&A activity globally. It highlights the increasing significance of emerging economies like India, China, and Brazil in the M&A landscape.
• Waves of M&A activity: This chapter delves into the concept of M&A "waves" – periods of heightened M&A activity driven by specific economic and business conditions. It discusses the different factors that contribute to these waves, including economic booms, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
• Tata conquers British marquees: This chapter provides a case study of Tata's acquisition of British automotive brands like Jaguar Land Rover. It examines the strategic motivations and challenges involved in this major cross-border acquisition.
• Suzlon bags REpower: This chapter explores the case of Suzlon, an Indian wind energy company, acquiring the German wind turbine manufacturer REpower. It analyzes the strategic rationale and implications of this acquisition.
• Mittal Steel makes its mark: This chapter focuses on the story of Mittal Steel, an Indian steel giant, and its acquisition of Arcelor, a European steel company. It examines the impact of this deal on the global steel industry.
• Trends & Patterns of Indian acquisitions abroad: This chapter analyzes broader trends and patterns in Indian cross-border M&A activity. It explores the sectors that are most popular for Indian acquisitions, the types of acquisitions being made, and the challenges and opportunities faced by Indian firms.
• Why India leads China in cross-border M&A: This chapter compares India's M&A activity with China's, highlighting the factors that contribute to India's leading position in cross-border M&A. It examines the differences in their respective M&A strategies, economic contexts, and government policies.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This text focuses on the key themes of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), cross-border acquisitions, emerging economies, India, China, strategic acquisitions, global business, and economic development. It examines the motivations, strategies, and impacts of Indian firms' involvement in cross-border M&A, providing insights into the growing role of India in the global business landscape.