International Mergers and Acquisitions Summit: Trends and Opportunities in 2010

Strategic Insights -

The International Mergers and Acquisitions Summit, hosted by IQPC, is scheduled to take place in New York City from March 31 to April 1, 2010. The summit aims to provide the latest insights into the international M&A landscape, featuring cutting-edge strategies from renowned M&A experts. The event promises to explore the opportunities and challenges in the current market, with a focus on emerging trends and innovative financing techniques.

Key Takeaways:

  • The summit will bring together leading M&A experts, including Marc Brown, Managing Director of Corporate Development at Microsoft, and Robert Kindler, Vice Chairman and Global Head of M&A at Morgan Stanley.
  • Management teams are advised to remain vigilant for potential M&A opportunities as heavily leveraged acquisition targets face financial strain.
  • Over $575 billion worth of deals have been announced in the fourth quarter of 2009, and industry experts predict an increase in 2010.
  • The summit will cover the latest financial and legal developments in international M&A, with a focus on emerging markets and innovative financing techniques.
  • Attendees will learn about effective strategies for acquiring distressed businesses and the latest dangers in due diligence.
  • The event will feature a vast range of speakers and sessions, including Gregg Walker, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Sony Corporation of America, and Gary W. Parr, Deputy Chairman at Lazard.
  • Duncan O'Brien, General Manager of Corporate Development at General Electric Company, will share insights on the current market trends and opportunities.
  • Andre L. Hidi, Executive Managing Director and Head of M&A at BMO Capital Markets, will discuss alternative financing techniques and bank financing opportunities.
  • Anne Caputo, Executive Director at Dow Jones & Company, will provide an update on the latest M&A deals and trends.
  • Fred Sagel, M.A., LL.M Conference Director at Finance and Legal IQ, emphasizes the importance of remaining vigilant in the current market conditions.

Statistics:

  • Over $575 billion worth of deals have been announced in the fourth quarter of 2009.
  • The event promises to explore the opportunities and challenges in the current market.
  • IQPC produces over 1,500 events annually around the world, with offices in cities across six continents.
  • The summit will be held in New York City from March 31 to April 1, 2010.

Sources:

  • IQPC (www.iqpc.com)
  • International M&A Summit Brochure (www.mandasummit.com)
  • Fred Sagel, M.A., LL.M Conference Director, Finance & Legal IQ About the speaker