Acquisitions of European companies by US asset managers have reached their highest level in 30 years, driven by intensifying competition to expand scale.
US asset managers are increasingly acquiring European companies, with the size and number of deals reportedly reaching their highest levels in the past 30 years.
The backdrop is intensifying competition to expand assets under management, with firms seeking greater market share and stronger capital positions.
At the same time, reports suggest that Singapore aims to create an Asian version of BlackRock, pointing to an expected strengthening of the region’s asset management infrastructure.
Meanwhile, investment in China has become increasingly cautious, with no new deals reportedly being announced, heightening concern over developments in the US financial industry.
There have also been reports that authorities are investigating the use of insurance capital involving US billionaire Walter (ウォルター氏), highlighting developments related to tighter oversight of US financial markets.