Iceland's International Expansion17 July 2007

The Icelandic economy is certainly not a heavyweight on the world stage. It has however been punching above its weight in recent years led by group of acquisitive businessmen who have not viewed national borders as inhibitors to their ambitions. This change in attitude by the Icelandic business elite have coincided with the complete privatisation of the formerly Icelandic state-run banks creating a unique atmosphere for growth and development...

Table of Contents

1. Foreword

2. Survey Findings

Cross-border M&A Opportunities

Financing Options

Management Influence and Attitudes to Advisers

The Views of Overseas Firms Acquired by Icelandic Corporates

3. Iceland's Cross-border M&A: An Overview

4. Icelandic Pension Funds on M&A

5. Cross-border Food and Beverage M&A

6. Icelandic M&A Investment Hotspots

7. Case Study

8. Historic Data

9. Notes & Contacts

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