Private equity investments in the automotive supplier industry

We are pleased to announce the publication of Private equity investments in the automotive supplier industry, a new thought leadership piece written by members of the PwC German Transaction Services Practice, with input from the Private Equity Group and supported with data from the PwC Automotive Institute.

Private equity investments in the automotive supplier industry reviews investment activity by private equity firms, and discusses future trends in one what has become an influential force in the global automotive supplier marketplace.

The current credit crisis has certainly taken its toll on automotive industry investment activity in 2008, and while the near-term prognosis looks bleak, our research indicates that there will continue to be attractive investment opportunities for private equity funds when credit facilities stabilise.

The purpose of this study is to:

  • Shed some light on the reasons for the decline in deal activity,
  • Provide a detailed look at the auto industry and suggest potentially attractive segments for future investments, and
  • Provide guidance on potential future investment opportunities.

The analyses we present in this study are based on numerous interviews with M&A Advisors, LBO Bankers, and macroeconomic institutes, supported with data from the PwC Automotive Institute.

The results of our research provide a solid overview of the market, which we hope will stimulate thoughts about upcoming opportunities
and trends in the automotive supplier market.