Latitude Capital Managing Director Frank Au Speaks at 2005 AVF/USA: Asia - 'US Heartland' Buyout Forum
Chinese (and Asian) Companies Buying US Assets: The Mountain Comes to Mid-America
2005-05-24

If there was any doubt that Asian buyers are on the prowl, Lenovo's recent acquisition of IBM's PC business should put that to rest. In fact, Asian corporates have been active in the US market since the mid-1980s Japanese buying spree. Most recently, potential acquirers have come from China, Australia, India, and elsewhere, seeking market access, technical skills, and global positioning. Panelists provide insights on how to find them, what they're looking for and what they offer to interested parties.