Trump's easing of regulations to trigger Japan outbound M&A, Citi exec says

^{Published on 2024-12-06 06:01:20 - Reuters}

Japanese companies will find it easier to gain approval for U.S. acquisitions under the incoming Trump administration, the vice chairman of Citigroup in Japan said, even as President-elect Donald Trump opposes Nippon Steel's attempted buyout of U.

The article from Reuters discusses how former U.S. President Donald Trump's potential return to office could lead to a relaxation of regulations, which might spur Japanese companies to engage in more outbound mergers and acquisitions (M&A). According to a Citigroup executive, the easing of regulations under Trump could encourage Japanese firms to invest more aggressively abroad, particularly in the U.S. This comes at a time when Japanese companies are already showing increased interest in overseas investments due to a weaker yen and a push for growth outside of Japan's mature market. The article highlights that while Trump's policies could facilitate this trend, there are also concerns about the stability and predictability of U.S. policy under his administration.

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[ https://www.reuters.com/world/japan/trumps-easing-regulations-trigger-japan-outbound-ma-citi-exec-says-2024-12-05/ ]

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Trump's easing of regulations to trigger Japan outbound M&A, Citi exec says