Lai Ka-yan Warns of Cross-Border Tech M&A Risks
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26 October 2026, Ming Pao Daily Economic Report: Lai Ka-yan, Senior Partner of EY's Global Restructuring Steering Committee, warned that in a weak economy, cross-border acquisitions of technology projects require a "pause and think", and that assuming a "bargain" is a good deal should be avoided. He noted that cross-border M&A transaction models have become more flexible than before, but approvals take time, lengthening the time to complete deals; execution and financing risks must be noted, and an exit plan should be devised to "protect oneself". He also mentioned that countries are tightening regulation and called for attention to tax and financing risks. The report did not mention other specific cases or data.
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