Done Deal – Insights from our M&A and Activism team – November 2023
Insights from our M&A and Activism team
In our final Done Deal of the year, we reflect on the activity we have seen this year and share some thinking as we look ahead to 2024. To kick things off, Ed Bridges shares his thoughts in a quick video around 2024 predictions. Our global team then reflect on some of the major trends across the M&A, activism and governance space in 2023, and offer predictions for what could be to come in the new year. Finally, we sit down for an exclusive interview with Anya Bailey, who joined our Singapore office as a recruit in 2023. She shares valuable insights while reflecting on the activity in the Asia market.
Finally, we would like to wish all of our readers happy holidays and warm wishes for the new year!
How Should PE Think About Antitrust Risk in Their Messaging in the US?
As we look ahead to the new year, what are the trends we are looking out for? Our Global Head of M&A and Activism, Ed Bridges, discusses the key M&A considerations to prepare for in 2024.
Key Issues to Watch in Private Equity M&A
Dealmaking saw a slow start in 2023, with ample uncertainty around the global economy, rising geopolitical tensions, soaring interest rates and political and regulatory scrutiny that continued throughout the year. Yet, the second half of the year saw several high-profile deals announced across the energy, consumer and healthcare space, with an increasingly more confident market environment that indicates the dealmaking landscape is primed for a progressively busier 2024. As we head into the new year, we reflected on some of the major trends across the M&A, activism and governance spaces in 2023, and offered predictions for what could be to come in the new year.
Event – Governance Breakfast Briefing: Insights from leading institutional investors and proxy advisors (London)
Join FTI Consulting for a discussion with some of the world’s leading institutional investors and major proxy advisors as they share their perspectives on the latest trends and key developments related to voting, reporting and engagement. We look forward to an insightful morning focused on the evolution of shareholder and proxy advisor expectations, and trends shaping key corporate governance themes for UK companies. We expect this discussion will be particularly useful during busy periods of shareholder engagement and as companies prepare for FY 2023 reporting and the 2024 AGM season.
At a time where debate as to what constitutes ’good corporate governance’ is louder than ever – particularly in the context of remuneration and cost of living issues, ESG, and institutional investor voting – the discussion will provide participants with practical guidance on key shareholder priorities and ideas to improve corporate reporting and engagement. Building on the success of our previous editions across London and Dublin, we look forward to hearing from some of the most influential players in corporate governance. Make sure to join us on the day!
What We’re Up To
Meet our Team: 30 seconds with Anya Bailey
What is your focus area at FTI Consulting?
I’m based in the Singapore office where we support companies operating and investing in South East Asia. My work primarily focuses on helping companies to navigate and reach a multitude of stakeholders in financial situations (corporate transactions, leadership succession, restructuring), as well as in situations where corporate reputation is at risk (shareholder activism, geopolitical risk, litigation or crisis).
What M&A trends are you seeing in your marketplace?
2023 has been a choppy year for deal-making in the region. While we have not seen many mega deals, there has been a healthy amount of mid-market transactions across the region. We would expect to see further growth in countries such as Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia as their manufacturing capacity expands, household incomes rise and technology adoption grows. Energy transition is, to a large extent, driving the growth of the M&A market in South East Asia in addition to the vast eco system of technology and infrastructure companies looking to raise capital.
What do you do outside of work that helps you reset and stay sharp for the next professional challenge?
I love to travel and explore new countries, which makes Singapore an ideal place to live given its location in Asia. I’m a keen tennis player and play in a competitive league. I like to think that my kids keep me sharp now that they are becoming teenagers who delight in challenging everything, including my line calls in a game of tennis.
Contact Us
To be added to the distribution list for FTI Consulting’s M&A and Activism Insights, or for further information on the dedicated M&A and Activism team at FTI Consulting, please contact Edward Bridges ([email protected]) Pat Tucker ([email protected]) or Alex Le May ([email protected]).
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