McKinsey on Finance

Number 42
Winter 2012
McKinsey on Finance offers practical ways of thinking about corporate finance based on McKinsey's experience and proprietary research.

Many articles included in McKinsey on Finance can also be found on the McKinsey Quarterly web site.

Taking a longer-term look at M&A value creation
article | McKinsey Quarterly

Taking a longer-term look at M&A value creation

Companies that do many small deals can outperform their peers—if they have the right skills. But they need more than skill to succeed in large deals.more

A mixed year for M&A
article | McKinsey Quarterly

A mixed year for M&A

Global deal activity slowed in August, though measures of value creation continued to improve.more

Five steps to a more effective global treasury
article | McKinsey Quarterly

Five steps to a more effective global treasury

Demands on the corporate treasurer are changing, and many are struggling to keep up. Here’s where to start.more

The savvy executive’s guide to buying back shares
article | McKinsey Quarterly

The savvy executive’s guide to buying back shares

Timing share repurchases is tricky. The most shareholder-friendly approach: don’t try.more

A bias against investment?
article | McKinsey Quarterly

A bias against investment?

Companies should be investing to improve their performance and set the stage for growth. They’re not. A survey of executives suggests behavioral bias is a culprit.more

Finding the courage to shrink
article | McKinsey Quarterly

Finding the courage to shrink

Spinning off businesses can have real advantages in creating value—if executives understand how.more

Featured insight
Organizing for M&A
Organizing for M&A: McKinsey Global Survey results

McKinsey Quarterly—Few executives expect the number of deals their companies start or complete to rise next year. Many indicate that there’s room to improve key planning and integration capabilities.more

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