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UK · 16 May 2026

Foreign buyers target UK firms worth £40bn

Foreign buyers target UK firms worth £40bn

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UK companies are being targeted by foreign buyers, who consider them cheap, causing alarm in the City. This concern relates to a foreign merger and acquisition offensive worth £40bn that is currently underway, specifically focusing on these firms. A recent example involves US-based Ingredion making a £2.7bn bid to acquire Tate & Lyle.

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