Lisa Du
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Japan set to retain Asia deals crown in 2020 as China ambition shrinks
Over $200 billion of deals shook up Japan’s business landscape last year, and the buying is set to continue into 2020.
Japan’s Asahi eyes more assets after sealing $11b AB InBev deal
In the last four years, Asahi has spent over $20 billion buying assets, including European brands Peroni, Grolsch and Pilsner Urquell brands in 2016.
Japan’s 7-Eleven operator to cut 3,000 jobs, close stores
The convenience chain said it will implement new policies for its franchisees, such as reducing monthly fees.
Shiseido seals $845m deal to buy skincare firm Drunk Elephant
The transaction will be financed with a combination of cash and credit, and is expected to close by the end of the year.
Nissan seeks sale of auto parts distribution unit in $1b deal
The company has invited private equity and trading firms to bid for 100% of Nissan Trading Co.
E-cigarette maker Juul sets its sights on Asia to expand ops
In Asia, the company so far has operations in South Korea, Indonesia and the Philippines.
AB InBev sells Australian unit to Asahi for $11.3b, keeps Asia IPO options open
The deal gives Asahi a major presence in Australia and furthers its strategy to build its global presence.
Japanese jewelry retailer Primo’s PE owner explores IPO options
While an IPO is currently the preferred option, Longreach could still opt to sell the business to another private equity firm or a rival retailer.
How Japanese drugmaker Takeda’s $62b Shire deal reshapes pharma world
It’s part of a larger shift in the industry as drugmakers scramble to consolidate, seeking to bulk up to survive the increasing pressure from strict
Japan outpaces China in overseas M&As clocking record $191b worth deals in 2018
Japanese companies announced more than 1,000 offshore acquisitions totaling a record $191 billion last year, led by Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.’s bloc
