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- U.S. investors acquired German industrial firms, completing 76 deals worth $29.5 billion last year.
- Madison Air purchased ebm-papst for $5.4 billion in August 2026.
- Carlyle and Qatar Investment Authority bought BASF Coatings for about €7.7 billion, closing June 30 2026.
- 62% of U.S. firms in Germany expect better conditions in 3-4 years, with 52% planning expansion.