Mergers and Acquisitions Knowledge Center

Global M&A activity set a record in 2006 with more than $4 trillion in deals made, and the U.S. was responsible for more than a third of that activity. But while the number and value of deals continue to climb, success rates have not. Mergers and acquisitions have proven to be far more challenging than most companies anticipated, and firms are often stymied in their attempts to achieve the synergies and growth envisioned in their initial M&A strategies. Despite high failure rates, M&A activity continues.

Successful mergers and acquisitions

Companies that navigate M&A successfully invariably point to the amount of preparation that goes into a deal as the principal factor for that success. Whether it is conducting due diligence, implementing a strategic transition plan or integrating cultures, doing the groundwork early and thoroughly is key to successful post-M&A outcomes.

Mergers and acquisitions research, trends and strategies

The Mergers and Acquisitions Knowledge Center provides:

• M&A reports and survey findings
• Examples of corporate strategies
• Playbooks and executive summaries
• PowerPoint® graphics
• Related research articles
• A comprehensive database of third-party research
• Online and offline Q&A with peers at other member companies

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