Global companies seeking a foothold in fast-growing countries such as China and Brazil have pushed deal-making in emerging markets above that of Europe for the first time.
So far this year, emerging market targeted M&A volume is up by more two-thirds to $575.7bn (€441bn), while European volume has increased by barely 20 per cent to $550.2bn, according to data from Dealogic.
Deals by companies in emerging markets now account for 30 per cent of global M&A activity, while Europe’s share has fallen to 29 per cent – the lowest level in 12 years.
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