Company Quote by Tulsi Tanti
“When German companies take over firms in India, it is seen as normal. When an Indian buys one or two firms in Germany, that is something special.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Perspectives, 2018
Cross‑border acquisitions are viewed differently depending on the direction, revealing bias in perceptions of normalcy and novelty.
In simple terms: Acquisitions feel normal one way, special the other.
Challenge assumptions about international business norms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- expanding multinational firms
- investing in foreign startups
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors truly drive perceived normalcy in cross‑border deals?
- How can businesses foster equitable views of foreign investment?
The statement may ignore nuanced economic factors beyond perception.