Foreign buyers shake up UK market with premium-driven acquisitions: Chris Hughes
In a resurgence of foreign interest, particularly from the US, UK companies are finding themselves at the centre of acquisition fervour. Gone are the days of bargain deals as buyers face hefty premiums. From logistics to communications, transatlantic deals are surging, challenging conventional valuation norms. With UK boards demanding premiums reflecting fundamental worth, the M&A landscape is evolving. Will this trend mark a new era of UK acquisitions or reveal deeper market dynamics?
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By Chris Hughes
Foreign acquirers — mainly from the US — are targeting UK companies again. This time they're being forced to pay up. Forget the apparent cheap valuations of London stocks when a handful of shares are traded. Buying an entire UK company means burning a hole in your pocket.
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