Mergermarket M&A Forum Japan 2025

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Japan enjoyed a rise in M&A deal value and volume last year, both inbound and outbound, driven by low-interest rates and a weaker yen, and a resurging stocks market, favourable regulatory environment and shareholder activism mean Japan is forecast to be a key destination for investors in 2025.

Against this backdrop, the Mergermarket M&A Forum - Japan, hosted by Mergermarket, will return to Tokyo and online, bringing together leading corporate investors, M&A advisors and private equity fund managers for an exclusive gathering focused on the opportunities in the Japanese M&A landscape.

Through a series of interactive panel discussions, data presentations and case studies, the event will provide delegates with insights into the latest trends, opportunities and challenges when it comes to pursuing Japan M&A.

Topics discussed will include

Regional Review

Discover how to navigate the M&A landscape in a challenging geopolitical and economic environment

Market Growth

Find out what is driving the middle market carve-out boom and privatizations

Corporates

Hear from top corporates and M&A experts in Japan on their insights into the dealmaking landscape

Top trends

Get the latest updates on how Artificial Intelligence is reshape business models

Strategies

Hear from leading corporates and private equity professionals on their investment strategies for the region

Network

Connect with 650+ senior delegates including 200+corporate investors and 35+ speakers from Japan and across the globe

2024 Forum Demographics

650+
M&A Delegates
385
Organizations
200+
Corporates
37
Speakers
20
Geographies

Top reasons to attend

Top trends in outbound, inbound and domestic M&A deals in the market, including portfolio diversification, corporate carve-outs

Corporate governance: An increase in shareholder and activism activity and the impact on the deal market

Private equity in Japan: growth patterns and exit routes

Sector updates: Artificial Intelligence, energy transition and Japanese tech startup IPO trend

Developments from the regulatory support perspective

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