Full steam ahead

Article Abstract:

There is continued energy in the UK M&A industry, according to a first quarter survey, consisting of 30 eligible deals and providing the highest average one day and one month premiums since 1993, paid by Harsco of the US. Another five US companies bid for UK firms, but the inclusion of three European bidders, reduced overall one day and one month premiums. The highest one month premium by a UK buyer was paid by Dudley Stationery. The quarter saw a rise in the number of public company buyouts.

Surveys

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Size really does matter

Article Abstract:

High bid premiums are expected to continue for the UK mergers and acquisitions market, with the average premium before takeover offer increasing from 36% during 1994 up to 48% during 1998. The one month later premium average rose from 36% in 1994 to 47% during 1998. The trend is driven by a shortage of financially viable global deals which has produced a market determined to secure mergers and acquisitions opportunities.

United Kingdom, Industry Overview, Finance

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Harry Potter at a premium

Article Abstract:

An examination of acquisitions reveals a slight drop on premiums paid during the second three months of 2000, as well as a decrease in public to private deals compared with the first quarter of the year.

Prices and rates

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