German Companies Splurge on U.S. Deals

The video tutorial discusses the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) function on the Bloomberg Terminal, focusing on recent acquisitions by German companies in the US. It highlights significant deals by Merck, Zemans, and SAP, noting a trend of German firms investing in the US as a strategy to escape the Eurozone crisis and capitalize on the US economic recovery. The video contrasts these acquisitions with the US inversion deals, where American companies buy European firms to reduce tax liabilities. The tutorial concludes by emphasizing the strategic moves of German companies in the US market.

Which three companies were mentioned as the top acquirers in the United States?

What was the value of Merck's acquisition of Sigma Aldrich?

What is the significance of the acquisitions made by German companies in the United States this month?

What are some reasons for the increase in German firms acquiring U.S. companies?

How do the recent German acquisitions differ from the major takeover trends of U.S. companies?