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PricewaterhouseCoopers Says M&A Activity to Drive Fundamental Changes in Global Automotive Industry in 2010




30 Apr 2010 05:01 Africa/Lagos


PricewaterhouseCoopers Says M&A Activity to Drive Fundamental Changes in Global Automotive Industry in 2010

Deal value soars to $121.9 billion in 2009, brought on by government equity positions in sector

NEW YORK, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive merger and acquisition (M&A) activity will continue to drive the fundamental changes necessary for the near-term restructuring and long-term sustainability of the industry, says PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. According to the publication titled, Drive Value -- Automotive M&A Insights 2009, the deal market will play a critical role as market participants pursue transactions with a focus on synergies, including cost savings and adding revenue to their business.

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"The current deal environment is showing positive signs and presents a number of opportunities for both strategic and financial buyers who have access to financing," said Paul Elie, U.S. automotive transaction services leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.

"Companies with stronger operating models and cash positions will likely leverage M&A to develop a competitive advantage through the consolidation of scale and expertise," emphasized Paul McCarthy, U.S. automotive strategy leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.

The publication highlights a variety of factors driving the deal market in 2009 and provides an outlook for 2010 and beyond:

Global automotive M&A activity

Automotive M&A deal value soared to $121.9 billion for 2009, up 286 percent from $31.6 billion in 2008. The increase in deal value was influenced heavily by the U.S. Treasury investment in the vehicle manufacturing sector, which occurred in response to a near collapse of the automotive industry. Players across the automotive value chain reacted as they sought capital infusions, shed noncore assets, renegotiated debt obligations and pursued mergers of necessity.

Despite the record high deal value in 2009, the total deal volume fell to 532 transactions, representing a three percent decline from an already weak 2008 level and its lowest point since 2004.

"As we look forward, companies are likely to increase their focus on growth and the traditional drivers of M&A -- driving economies of scale, acquiring technology and expanding their geographic and customer base," said Elie.

Automotive companies seeking long-term success will drive the deal market in 2010, by developing and executing strategies for sustainable growth and value creation.

For more information on PricewaterhouseCoopers automotive deal capabilities and to download PricewaterhouseCoopers' Drive Value -- Automotive M&A Insights 2009 publication, visit: www.pwc.com/auto.

About the Transaction Services Practice

The PricewaterhouseCoopers Transaction Services (TS) practice provides due diligence for M&A transactions, along with advice on M&A strategy and integration, divestitures and separation, valuations, accounting, financial reporting, and capital raising. With approximately 1,000 deal professionals in cities in the U.S., and a global network of over 6,000 deal professionals in 90 countries, experienced teams are deployed with deep industry and local market knowledge, and technical experience tailored to each client's situation. The Transaction Services team can be involved from strategy to integration and employ an integrated business approach to uncover the realities of a deal. The field-proven, globally consistent, controlled deal process helps clients minimize their risks, progress with the right deals, and capture value both at the deal table and after the deal closes. For more information, visit www.pwc.com/ustransactionservices.

About PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

PricewaterhouseCoopers (www.pwc.com) provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for its clients and their stakeholders. More than 163,000 people in 151 countries across our network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

"PricewaterhouseCoopers" refers to the network of member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.

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Source: PricewaterhouseCoopers

CONTACT: Kristin McCallum, U.S. Automotive Marketing Leader,
PricewaterhouseCoopers, +1-313-394-6349, kristin.l.mccallum@us.pwc.com, or
Laura Schooler, PricewaterhouseCoopers, +1-646-471-3229,
laura.schooler@us.pwc.com

Web Site: http://www.pwc.com/



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