Japanese companies have been actively consolidating at home, with a record 2,515 mergers and acquisitions taking place in the April-September period.
Notable deals include construction and insurance acquisitions, which were among the biggest moves during this time.
Deals between Japanese companies led M&A growth in April-September.
This surge in M&A activity is largely driven by Japan's declining population, prompting domestic industries to adapt and consolidate.
Author's summary: Japan's M&A deals hit a record high.