Overview
As geopolitical and economic uncertainty reshape global capital flows, Japan’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market is opening new possibilities while presenting fresh challenges. The Mergermarket M&A Forum Japan will bring together more than 650 senior delegates from Japan and across the globe, including corporate investors, private equity fund managers, and M&A advisors for an exclusive gathering focused on the opportunities in the Japanese dealmaking landscape.
Through a series of interactive panel discussions, data presentations and case studies, the event will provide attendees with insights into the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges when it comes to pursuing Japan M&A.
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Session
June 23, 11:00–11:45 am JST
Going outbound — momentum and caution in Japan's global expansion
A saturated domestic market, geopolitical shifts, and supply chain relocations continue to push Japanese firms toward outbound acquisitions, though activity is currently dominated by tech mega-deals. Once known for paying high premiums, traditional Japanese corporates have grown remarkably conservative and are noticeably absent from multi-billion-dollar global bids. However, Tokyo Stock Exchange capital efficiency mandates and the drive to deploy 'trapped capital' as a hedge against the weak yen ensure a solid outbound pipeline for 2026.
A panel of experts will share their views on the outlook for the market and what the industry must do to maintain the momentum, covering topics such as:
- Geopolitical tensions and supply chain realignment are reshaping the landscape for Japanese outbound M&A, creating both headwinds and new openings.
- Integrating overseas startups remains a persistent challenge, helping explain the limited presence of Japanese corporates in major non-tech global deals.
- Japanese corporates are targeting acquisitions to fuel business model innovation while partnering with private equity to execute these deals.
- How Japanese firms are using outbound M&A to hedge against the weak yen.
Panelists: Randy Capocasale, principal, Oliver Wyman; Feng Wang, division general manager, M&A and Partnership Finance, Nissan. More speakers to be announced
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