半导体领衔 A股全年并购潮涌

Core Insights - The A-share merger and acquisition (M&A) market is experiencing a significant surge in 2025, with nearly 1,500 listed companies disclosing M&A transactions, including over 100 major asset restructurings [1][3] - The semiconductor sector stands out as the most active area in this M&A wave, with 165 cases involving semiconductor-related assets, highlighting the industry's integration and cross-industry attempts [1][5] M&A Activity Overview - As of December 29, 2025, a total of 1,474 companies have disclosed M&A transactions, with 1,982 instances of equity acquisitions and 114 companies announcing major asset restructurings [3] - Out of these, 905 transactions have been completed, while 68 have been declared unsuccessful, indicating a mix of successful and challenging M&A endeavors [3] Transaction Types and Values - The year saw a combination of "small but beautiful" cash acquisitions and large-scale restructurings, with 1,522 M&A events revealing total transaction values [4] - Notably, China Shenhua's restructuring reached approximately 1,335.98 billion yuan, setting a record for the highest transaction scale in A-share history [4] Semiconductor Sector Focus - The semiconductor industry has become the focal point of A-share M&A activities, with 165 restructuring cases, including 17 major asset restructurings [5][6] - Companies are increasingly pursuing vertical mergers to shorten R&D cycles and reduce transaction costs, while some are also looking to enter the semiconductor field through cross-industry acquisitions [6][7] Risks and Challenges - Despite the active M&A market, there are underlying risks such as insider trading, failed integrations, and the potential for "fake restructurings" that require vigilance from market participants [8] - A notable trend towards the end of 2025 is the increase in terminated M&A transactions, particularly in the semiconductor sector, with several companies announcing the cessation of major asset restructurings due to changing market conditions [9][10]