丹纳赫集团是世界范围内近40年并购最为成功的产业公司，它的出手次数、规模和业绩回报甚至可以比肩以企业并购为核心业务的私募巨擘黑石和 KKR。在丹纳 赫集团40多年的发展过程中，总计完成了近 400 次并购，花费约900亿美元，配合DBS赋能的超一流经营能力，创造出了市值约 2000 亿美元的丹纳赫集团以及一 众经由丹纳赫集团分拆、出售而成的其他上市企业，如福迪威、盈纬达、Vontier、Veralto 等。如果将其分拆和出售公司算在内，丹纳赫集团为股东创造了约 2500 亿美元的价值。 凭借着战略并购和 DBS 运营的双轮驱动，丹纳赫集团的股价在过去 40 年达到了年均 22% 的回报率，不仅远超标普 500 指数年均 12% 的表现，更是压过巴菲特执 掌的伯克希尔 - 哈撒韦同期 16% 的股东回报率。这个股东回报率与同期的苹果公司几乎相当。 第二是高成功率 ，即根据《哈佛商业评论》的统计，整个市场上有 70% ～ 90% 的并购是失败的。虽然很难统计关于丹纳赫集团并购案成功率的确切数据，但根据 公开资料来分析，丹纳赫集团的大部分交易， 特别是大型交易都非常成功，比如对福禄克、哈希、伟迪捷、贝克曼库尔特、 ...

Core Insights - Danaher Corporation has successfully completed nearly 400 acquisitions over 40 years, spending approximately $90 billion, resulting in a market capitalization of about $200 billion and creating around $250 billion in shareholder value [2][4]. Acquisition Characteristics - The company exhibits a high frequency of acquisitions, averaging over 10 per year, with a peak of 19 in one year, and has never had a year without acquisitions [4]. - Danaher has a high success rate in acquisitions, with most large transactions being notably successful, contrasting with the general market failure rate of 70% to 90% [4]. - The company has diversified across various industries, starting from low-end manufacturing to advanced life sciences and diagnostics, achieving success in nearly every sector [4]. Evolution of Acquisition Style - In the 1980s, Danaher adopted a strategy focused on high leverage and significant asset restructuring, later shifting to a model emphasizing innovation and decentralized management [6]. - Under the leadership of CEO Kalp, a world-class core team was established, leading to a more scientific and structured acquisition process, integrating the Danaher Business System (DBS) into acquisition management [7][8]. Recent Trends in Acquisitions - Post-2016, Danaher has focused on divesting non-core businesses and concentrating on life sciences and diagnostics, with over 95% of acquisition funds directed towards these sectors [11][12]. - The average number of acquisitions per year has decreased to 7.4, but the size of individual transactions has increased significantly, with an average deal size of $910 million [12]. - Danaher has engaged in substantial strategic acquisitions, including $21.4 billion for GE's biopharma business and $13.8 billion for Pall Corporation, among others [12]. Platform Strategy - Danaher has established several strategic platforms, such as water quality, testing and measurement, and life sciences, using a foundational asset to build and expand through subsequent acquisitions [16][42]. - The water quality platform has seen significant growth, with revenues increasing from $500 million in 2002 to $2.9 billion in 2022, achieving a return on invested capital (ROIC) exceeding 20% [21]. - The testing and measurement platform, which included the acquisition of Fluke and Tektronix, generated substantial returns, with Fluke alone accounting for 32 acquisitions and significant revenue growth [23]. Life Sciences and Diagnostics - The life sciences platform is highlighted as a prime example of Danaher's acquisition strategy, integrating operational capabilities with strategic acquisitions to create substantial shareholder value [42]. - The in vitro diagnostics platform has also been successful, with revenues reaching $9.6 billion and an operating profit margin of 27.4%, showcasing the effectiveness of Danaher's acquisition strategy [38][41].

Core Insights - Danaher Corporation has successfully completed nearly 400 acquisitions over 40 years, spending approximately $90 billion, resulting in a market capitalization of about $200 billion and creating around $250 billion in shareholder value [2][4] - The company achieved an average annual return of 22% over the past 40 years, outperforming the S&P 500's 12% and Berkshire Hathaway's 16% during the same period [2] Acquisition Characteristics - High Frequency: Danaher averages over 10 acquisitions per year, with a peak of 19 in one year, never recording a year without acquisitions [4] - High Success Rate: While 70% to 90% of acquisitions in the market fail, Danaher's major acquisitions, such as those of Fluke and Beckman Coulter, have been largely successful [4] - Cross-Industry: The company has successfully operated across various industries, from low-end manufacturing to advanced life sciences and diagnostics [4] Evolution of Acquisition Style - In the 1980s, Danaher focused on high leverage and asset restructuring, later shifting to a strategy of seeking innovative, low-cost products and decentralized management [6] - Under CEO Kalp, a world-class core team was established, leading to a more scientific and structured acquisition process, integrating the Danaher Business System (DBS) into acquisition management [7][8] Recent Trends in Acquisitions - Post-2016, Danaher has focused on divesting non-core businesses and concentrating on life sciences and diagnostics, with over 95% of acquisition funds directed towards these sectors [11][12] - The average number of acquisitions per year decreased to 7.4, but the size of individual transactions increased significantly, with an average deal size of $910 million [12] - Danaher has also begun early-stage technology investments, establishing a venture capital arm to identify disruptive technologies in the life sciences sector [14] Platform Strategy - Danaher employs a platform strategy, starting with a cornerstone asset to build a strategic business platform, followed by acquisitions of independent companies to enter adjacent markets [16] - The water quality platform, established in the late 1990s, exemplifies this strategy, with significant acquisitions leading to substantial revenue growth [21][20] Performance Metrics - The water quality platform generated approximately $5 billion in revenue by 2022, with a return on invested capital (ROIC) exceeding 20% [21] - The testing and measurement platform, which included notable acquisitions like Tektronix, achieved significant revenue growth and profitability during its tenure [23] - The life sciences platform has become a key area of focus, with substantial investments and successful acquisitions contributing to its growth [41][42]

Core Insights - Danaher Corporation has successfully completed nearly 400 acquisitions over 40 years, spending approximately $90 billion, resulting in a market capitalization of about $200 billion and creating around $250 billion in shareholder value [2][3][4] - The company achieved an average annual return of 22% over the past 40 years, outperforming the S&P 500's 12% and Berkshire Hathaway's 16% during the same period [2] Acquisition Characteristics - High frequency of acquisitions, averaging over 10 per year, with a peak of 19 in one year, and no year without acquisitions [4] - High success rate of acquisitions, with most large transactions being notably successful [4] - Cross-industry acquisitions spanning various sectors, including low-end manufacturing, environmental instruments, aerospace, and advanced life sciences [4] Evolution of Acquisition Style - In the 1980s, Danaher adopted a strategy focused on high leverage and significant asset restructuring, later shifting to a decentralized management approach [6] - Under CEO Kalp, a core team was established, leading to a more scientific and structured acquisition process, integrating the Danaher Business System (DBS) into acquisition management [7][8] Recent Trends in Acquisitions - Post-2016, Danaher has focused on divesting non-core businesses and concentrating on life sciences and medical diagnostics, with over 95% of acquisition funds directed towards these sectors [11][12] - The average number of acquisitions decreased to 7.4 per year, but the size of individual transactions increased significantly, with an average deal size of $910 million [12][13] Platform Strategy - Danaher has established strategic platforms through foundational acquisitions, followed by adjacent market and bolt-on acquisitions to enhance growth [16][20] - The water quality platform, initiated in 1996, has seen significant growth, with revenues increasing from $500 million in 2002 to $2.9 billion in 2022 [21] Performance Metrics - The water quality platform achieved a return on invested capital (ROIC) exceeding 20% [21] - The testing and measurement platform, which included notable acquisitions like Fluke and Tektronix, generated substantial returns and contributed to Danaher's reputation for successful acquisitions [23] Life Sciences and Diagnostics - The life sciences platform has become a key focus, with significant investments and acquisitions aimed at enhancing capabilities in biomedicine and diagnostics [42] - The in vitro diagnostics platform has also proven successful, with revenues reaching $9.6 billion and a profit margin of 27.4% [38][41]