A survey of 200 senior executives across the sector revealed that 86% of respondents anticipate increased activity in the next year, while 70 % of them said they were “actively considering an acquisition” in the period.
The research, from international law firm Pinsent Masons, also showed that China, Singapore, Mexico, Indonesia and Nigeria are the most attractive emerging markets, “with falling valuations and new strategic deal structures presenting lucrative investment opportunities”, it said.
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