Acquisitions of European Companies as Examples of Chinese Foreign Investment
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acquisitions, capital flow, China, Europe, investmentAbstract
In recent years we have observed a more and more intensive capital expansion of Chinese companies. A manifestation of this process are the acquisitions of European companies whose value and number is constantly growing. The main objective of Chinese investment in Europe is gaining access to production technology that is in the possession of advanced companies. This is necessary in connection with the reforms currently undertaken by the Chinese authorities. An important motive of acquisitions is also the desire of acquiring well-known brands, in order to improve the image of the products manufactured in China. Together with the increase of the value and number of acquisitions of European enterprises, there is a visible diversification of sectoral activities of the acquired businesses. This may be a sign of a positive trend and indicate a high potential of Chinese investors. Despite the fact that companies from the Middle Kingdom are new players on the European foreign investment market, for many crisis-ridden companies from western countries they are an important source of capital necessary for further operation.Downloads
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