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Government intervenes on foreign takeover bids for UK defence firms
Key takeaway
UK government intervened in 24 foreign takeover bids for defence firms since Q1 2025, citing national security.
- Step 1UK government blocks 24 foreign takeover bids for defence firms on national security grounds.
- Step 2Reduced exit options for UK defence SMEs lower their valuation multiples as foreign acquirer demand is curtailed.
- Step 3Domestic defence primes and SMEs benefit from reduced competition for targets and potential contract retention, strengthening their competitive position.
Source: City A.M.
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