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Asia Pacific set to lead global M&A recovery

First to feel the pains of Covid-19, Asia-Pacific may be one of the first regions to rebound in a post-pandemic world. Such is the sentiment among dealmakers where more than half (58%) say Asia-Pacific’s economic recovery will come sooner and swifter than in North America and Europe. This would be good news as year-to-date M&A in Asia-Pacific falls to new lows, although remaining noticeably higher than global declines. Indeed, large numbers of dealmakers are optimistic about Asia-Pacific’s prospects for the remainder of 2020 and early 2021.

Tech, Travel Key To M&A Recovery

While the COVID-19 health crisis continues to reset business expectations for 2020, the impact on some sectors has been more positive than others — and that is translating to increased activity in M&A...

Business Recovery: Transparency is Key

The steps businesses take now will play a pivotal role in determining how they emerge from the shadow of COVID-19. At front of mind for many businesses will be assessing and applying for available government aid and stimulus packages, with extensive financial packages including the likes of wage subsidies, subsidised or low-interest loans and rent relief on offer around the world...

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