Signing to close: using the M&A golden period to your advantage

If the time between the signing and close of M&A deals feels like it’s taking longer, it’s not just you. However, companies can use this time to their advantage. The M&A golden period provides an opportunity to prepare for the combination. In doing so, executives can better ensure a smooth transition and help the future entity be more successful.

M&A Engines: Revving Up for M&A Success

Large in-house M&A teams are no longer seen as the only game in town. Leading companies are taking charge of their M&A destiny by smartly combining internal and external resources.

M&A Deal Evaluation: Challenging Metrics Myths

In the world of mergers and acquisitions, emphasis is often placed on evaluation metrics that look as if they tell the story, but they can be misleading.

What Shape is Your Curve?

Curves are magnificent things. Think of the Jaguar E-Type, the Sydney Opera House, or a Coca-Cola bottle. Mergers have curves too. Synergy curves. They reveal the measure of attractiveness of the deal, either up front as part of a due diligence exercise or when evaluating the deal’s ultimate success.