Top 5 in M&A

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Top 5 in M&A

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How one approach to M&A is more likely to create value than all others

Two decades of research show that, while large deals still have their place, programmatic M&A strategies continue to create gains in excess total returns to shareholders, at lower levels of risk.

Use a programmatic approach

Post-close excellence in large-deal M&A

The most successful large-deal transactions follow four key practices during integration execution.

Build a foundation for growth

Winning at private-equity integrations

Private-equity firms use add-ons to scale portfolio companies, but poor integrations impact results. Five practices can ensure that deals flourish.

Capture full value

Achieving win-win spin-offs

By acknowledging and addressing four factors relating to execution and operations, ParentCo can separate from SpinCo in a way that creates value for both.

The key to success

Record-breaking global M&A activity continues in first half

Key sectors, geographies, and large deals animate the market.

Deliver value

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