The Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China invites you to join our seminar event offline in Shanghai on 17th June to learn more about M&A in Chinese market today.
Ongoing economic and geopolitical developments are encouraging European MNCs to adapt their strategy for the Chinese market, and a variety of relevant trends like regionalization and localization are incentivizing foreign companies to pursue M&A and other similar activities in order to maintain their growth and market position in China for the long-term.
However, pursuing M&A or strategic partnerships in the Chinese market comes with a whole set of complexities, that can necessitate the involvement of an external advisor in order to ensure a successful navigation of the target selection and deal execution processes.
Important questions invariably arise when discussing these topics, such as：
- what are the different rationales for pursuing M&A in the Chinese market today?
- What are some of the most common pitfalls faced by foreign companies
- What potential red flags need to be identified?
- What is the current situation for companies pursuing IPOs in China, and how does it compare to M&A?
- What are valuations looking like in China at the moment compared to other markets, and are publicly listed companies in China for sale to foreign MNCs?
To speak about these questions and more, Gerard van Damme, Adam Xu, and Simon Forsgren from Nordic Match will delve into these topics to discuss the macroeconomic developments in China, as well as current M&A and investment trends. The speakers will also give an overview of how European companies can succeed in identifying the most attractive M&A targets, as well as what it takes to successfully close a M&A deal in China.
About Nordic Match:
Nordic Match is a financial advisory boutique based in Shanghai, China with a main focus on Euro-Asia transactions. Our core mission is to promote Euro-Asia trade and investments where we are the advisor to several European MNCs for inbound M&As to Asia. We have a deep understanding of the market and local needs, where we offer full commitment to our clients ranging from idea generation to post transaction services.
Date:
17June, 2025
(Tuesday)
Time:
16:00 - 17:45 (Beijing Time)
Agenda:
- 16:00 - 16:15: Check-In
- 16:15- 16:20: Welcoming Remarks
- 16:20 - 17:00: Presentation
- 17:00 - 17:15: Q&A
- 17:15 -17:45: Networking
Speaker:
Gerard van Damme, Senior Advisor, Nordic Match
Adam Xu, M&A Director, Nordic Match
Simon Forsgren, Analyst, Nordic Match
Language:
English
Price:
150 RMB for Members & YP/Individual Discount Pass Holders
300 RMB for Non-Members
(Price including FIKA)
Venue:
Swedbank Shanghai Branch
Shanghai Tower 3308, No. 479 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend an event for which you have registered, please cancel your registration no later than three (3) business day prior to the event. If you fail to notify us of your cancellation in a timely fashion, you will be charged for the event costs.
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Speakers
Gerard
Van Damme
Senior Advisor at Nordic Match
Gerard van Damme is a Senior Advisor at Nordic Match based in Belgium with +15 years of leadership experience working for MNCs in China, most recently at Assa Abloy as Country Manager and Managing Director of Assa Abloy Entrance Systems. Gerard’s career has spanned multiple countries in Europe, Asia, and Africa, within a broad range of industries including manufacturing, petrochemicals, textiles, and construction materials.
Adam Xu
M&A Director of Nordic Match
Adam Xu is an M&A Director working at Nordic Match’s Shanghai office, leading multiple transactions and strategic projects. Adam has +25 years of experience within strategy & investments, and previously led M&A and investment activities in APAC for two major US multinational corporations, Parker Hannifin and Cummins. Prior to that, Adam worked as a transaction manager at Ernst & Young (EY) in China.
Simon
Forsgren
Analyst at Nordic Match
Simon Forsgren is an Analyst at Nordic Match based in Shanghai, and is working on various cross-border deals and strategic projects between Europe and Asia. Simon holds a BSc from Lund University and has a background from working at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China and in the Swedish fund management industry.
Sponsors and Partners
Corporate Gold Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Gold Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
Corporate Silver Partners
A special thanks to our Corporate Silver Partners for supporting the Swedish business community in China.
PSU (China) Consulting Co., Ltd.
PSU was established 2006 and is one of the leading Security Consultancies in China that has the experience, insight and resources to help companies and organisations to deal with security related issues such as business intelligence, security audits, investigations and crisis management connected to corporate, brands and individuals.
http://www.psuchina.com.cn/
Co-host
Benelux chamber of commerce in China
The Benelux Chamber of Commerce - BenCham - is the most active Benelux business platform in China. Its members, leading companies from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg share an active interest in developing trade and business in China. It is the only Chamber of Commerce that is officially recognized and supported by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and the Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in China.
http://www.bencham.org