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.
Content: Article | Authors: Angus Hodgson, Han Liem, Pablo Morillo, Vincenzo Sposato | Source: Kearney | Subject: Mergers & Acquisitions
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.
Content: Article | Authors: Angus Hodgson, Lieven Caboor, Robert Haas, Soon Ghee Chua | Source: Kearney | Subject: Mergers & Acquisitions
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.
Content: Article | Authors: Angus Hodgson, Phil Dunne | Source: Kearney | Subjects: Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions
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.
Content: Article | Authors: Angus Hodgson, Phil Dunne | Source: Kearney | Subject: Mergers & Acquisitions