The M&A landscape remains complex, even as the broader outlook for dealmaking this year appears promising.
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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October 16, 2024
A BCG study finds that timelines for deal closure have lengthened, especially for larger transactions.
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July 9, 2024
Dealmakers remain cautious amid economic uncertainty, concerns about inflation and monetary policy, and regulatory and geopolitical headwinds.
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October 5, 2023
A number of success factors have withstood the test of time, proving to be as significant in our updated analyses as when we first identified them.
BCG’s M&A Sentiment Index
The index provides a monthly update on dealmakers’ willingness to engage in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures over roughly the next six months.
Post-Merger Integration
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September 3, 2024
Leaders must win employees’ hearts and minds to maximize value when combining companies.
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July 15, 2024
Capturing Maximum Value During a Post-Merger Integration
The vital importance of setting ambitious targets for integration teams and moving quickly to realize value.
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July 26, 2024
How leaders can capture more value and drive post-merger integration success.
Article
March 19, 2024
Technology is increasingly vital in facilitating the post-merger integration process, accelerating business synergies, and realizing the transaction’s broader ambitions.
Article
October 28, 2022
Only about half of companies that undergo organization design during a post-merger integration say it was successful. Leaders can flip those odds by focusing on five imperatives.
Article
June 29, 2022
A survey of dealmakers shows that technology companies can maximize the value from M&A by aligning their predeal strategy with their postdeal priorities.
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Carve-out
Article
July 24, 2024
Companies considering a divestiture should start thinking about the separation process long before announcing their plan to sell the business.
Article
March 9, 2022
Acquirers need robust due diligence to inform valuations, negotiations, and operational decisions. Six imperatives guide the effort.
Article
June 3, 2021
By following four imperatives, companies can ensure that a breakup doesn’t break the bank.
Video
June 29, 2023
How Versuni Created Its Own Path
Turning Philips Domestic Appliances into a standalone company involved more than just a name change. As Versuni CEO Henk S. De Jong explains, it required a complete business and IT transformation.
Article
September 3, 2020
By taking three actions, companies can shave off about 40% of the time it takes to close a deal while maximizing value creation.
Article
February 28, 2022
Through carve-outs, companies can create value, streamline portfolios, and reduce complexity. But the ultimate success of a deal hinges on focused, proactive execution.
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IPOs
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July 19, 2023
Though it may seem counterintuitive, today’s adverse capital market conditions are an ideal time to lay the groundwork for an initial public offering.
Article
January 31, 2023
The frenzy surrounding special-purpose acquisition companies has faded. But with hundreds facing a merger deadline, private companies could strike a favorable deal that takes them public.
Article
June 29, 2021
Issuers can benefit from onboarding a respected player to support their public offering. Success requires careful planning and well-executed negotiations.
Joint Ventures
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May 30, 2023
A remarkably high number of companies report being dissatisfied with their joint ventures. Here’s what to know before getting into one—and the pitfalls to avoid.
Article
February 23, 2024
If a joint venture isn’t delivering abundant value, it could be due to certain obstacles that are easy to overcome.
Article
January 31, 2024
How do cross-border joint ventures protect themselves as the risks of doing business overseas increase? We outline some new rules for a changing world.
Green M&A
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April 18, 2024
A recent global survey reveals that insights gained from assessing sustainability topics are crucial for preserving and enhancing the value of M&A deals.
Article
February 27, 2024
M&A and investment decision makers must consider the integral connection between a company's sustainability practices and its future performance.
Article
September 27, 2023
Acquirers must ensure that the combined entity’s environmental, social, and governance performance is more than the sum of its parts.
Article
August 16, 2023
Companies preparing for joint operations can elevate their ESG ambitions by establishing new targets, employing best practices, and clearly communicating their goals.
Article
October 20, 2022
Environmentally focused M&A activity has heated up over the past few years, intensifying competition and driving up prices.
Article
October 24, 2022
Many acquirers are generating short- and long-term returns from environmentally focused M&A, but others are struggling to succeed.
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