US Retail and Consumer mergers and acquisitions

November 2012
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US Retail and Consumer mergers and acquisitions

At a glance

Deal activity in the Retail and Consumer industry sector declined from recent highs. R&C companies continue to divest or spin off non-core operations and low growth businesses. Outbound cross border activity increased for US companies seeking growth markets.

Third quarter 2012

Deal activity in the Retail and Consumer industry sector declined from recent highs in the prior quarter; however, the overall trend remains positive to the prior year. Consumer sentiment is improving, reflecting slight progress in household financial considerations, contributing to positive underlying business performance.

R&C companies continue to divest or spin off non-core operations and low growth businesses as they focus on core operations or more profitable segments to drive overall business growth.

Outbound cross border activity has been a significant factor this year as US companies continue to seek an increased footprint or access to higher growth markets.