Cross-Border M&A
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Asia-Pacific Cross-Border M&A by Japanese Companies — Q1 2026 Review
Executive Summary In the first quarter of 2026 (January–March), the number of cross-border M&A by Japanese companies across Asia-Pacific (APAC) reached 91 (Syntax Partners research, on an observation-date basis; the same applies hereafter). By country and region, Singapore led with 18 deals (19.8%), followed by China (12 deals, 13.2%), Thailand (10 deals, 11.0%) and Taiwan…
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Reviewing M&A/Acquisition Proposals by Japanese Firms: 5 Perspectives Every Owner Should Consider First
Introduction M&A/acquisition proposals from Japanese companies often arrive with little warning. Whether through an intermediary, a mutual business contact, or a direct approach from the buyer, the initial experience for a business owner is the same: limited information, high stakes, and an implicit pressure to respond. It is important to recognise at the outset that…
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Cross-Border M&A “Reading Skills”: IM Review as the Starting Point for LOI, Due Diligence, and Negotiation
In cross-border M&A, the buyer’s work truly starts after signing an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) and receiving the seller’s disclosure package. The centerpiece of that package is the IM (Information Memorandum)—a structured review packet that consolidates business, financials, organization, forward plan, and the proposed transaction outline for initial assessment. In a typical buy-side flow, IM review…
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Cross-Border M&A LOI Guide: Structure, Drafting Essentials
Structure, drafting essentials, and the “easy-to-miss” points that matter in execution In cross-border M&A, people often say that an LOI (Letter of Intent) can shape the entire negotiation—yet the “why” and “where exactly” are rarely laid out in a structured way. Imagine you are suddenly asked, as the buyer-side lead, to evaluate and pursue an…
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Cross‑Border M&A Valuation in Asia: A 10‑Point LOI‑to‑Final‑Bid Checklist — For CEOs, Finance, and Corp Dev
Valuation in cross‑border M&A involves far more variables and higher complexity than domestic work, and even seasoned practitioners can find it challenging at times. This article presents a 10‑point, practitioner‑oriented checklist to help US/European buyers—especially those evaluating deals in Asia (notably Southeast Asia and India)—rapidly stress‑test decision assumptions before committing to a view. It is…
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Asia-Pacific Cross-Border M&A by Japanese Companies: Review 2025 and Insight for 2026
Executive Summary In 2025, Japanese companies announced 361 cross‑border M&A transactions across the Asia‑Pacific (APAC) region (Syntax Partners survey; observation‑date basis, same hereafter). Singapore recorded the highest number of deals (57; 15.8%), followed by China (50; 13.8%), Vietnam (42; 11.6%), Thailand (39; 10.8%), and India (37; 10.2%). By industry, Information & Communications (65; 18.0%) again…
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[December 2025] Asia-Pacific Cross-Border M&A by Japanese Companies | Trends & Analysis
1. Summary: Overview of M&A Activity In December 2025, Japanese companies recorded 46 cross-border M&A and capital alliance transactions across APAC. By type: Acquisitions (20), Investments (18), Divestitures (6), Partial Transfers (2), Restructuring (3), Capital Alliance (1). By region: Vietnam (11), China (8), Singapore (7), India (7), Thailand (4), Taiwan (4), Indonesia (4), South Korea…
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Registered under Japan’s M&A Support System by the SME Agency of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
We are pleased to announce that Syntax Partners, Inc. has been officially registered as an M&A support organization under Japan’s “M&A Support Organization Registration System”, administered by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency (Chusho Kigyocho), of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI). External link: (Appendix 1) List of Registered Financial Advisors…
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[November2025] Asia-Pacific Cross-Border M&A by Japanese Companies | Trends & Analysis
1. Summary: Overview of M&A Activity In November 2025, Japanese companies recorded 38 cross-border M&A and capital alliance transactions across APAC. By type: Acquisitions (9), Investments (17), Divestitures (7), Partial Transfers (2), Joint Ventures (3), Restructuring (6), Capital Alliance (1). By region: Vietnam (7), China (7), India (7), South Korea (6), Singapore (6), Thailand (4),…
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M&A Sell-Side Process for Business Owners: Strategies for Success
Introduction M&A transactions involve the transfer of corporate control—whether through equity or an entire business unit. By nature, these deals are highly illiquid: finding qualified buyers and reaching price consensus is challenging. Consequently, M&A is rarely a “quick win”; it requires a structured process over a defined timeline. For most business owners and shareholders, a…