10 steps to a successful company acquisition
Mergers and acquisitions can be risky, time-consuming, and complex. However, companies are improving their M&A approach to the point where, today, nearly 70% are reported as ...
M&A
A comprehensive guide to M&A targets evaluation
A successful merger and acquisition (M&A) deal starts with choosing the right target. Selecting a target company that fails to meet the acquirer’s objectives or is improperly ...
Why M&A deal timelines have stretched by 32% since 2020: New...
A missing staircase once delayed an acquisition that Sabine Schilg was leading. The target company worked in a building that didn't have a second exit, violating the strict employee ...
Navigating the complexities of M&A reviews
Despite recent deal values and deal volumes being relatively low, companies have become much better with mergers and acquisitions overall. In fact, today, up to 70% of M&A ...
How to value M&A: Best practices & case studies
Evaluation is integral to M&A success. However, it’s often perceived as one of the most complicated tasks for dealmakers. This article explores the best practices for making ...
Banking M&A: Current Landscape, Recent Deals Announced, and...
In 2023, banking M&A activity slowed down due to rising inflation and interest rate hikes. As 2024 progresses, banks are dealing with higher-cost funding, greater market ...
Understanding transition service agreements: Benefits & bes...
Blackrock's 2024 Private Markets Outlook predicts increased carve-out activity, where companies are expected to sell off non-core or struggling business divisions. This trend is ...
The Landscape of mergers and acquisitions law
In 2024, dealmakers face unique challenges, such as economic volatility and increased regulatory scrutiny. To overcome these hurdles and achieve successful deals, it's critical to ...
Buy-side vs sell-side M&A: Definitions and best practices
Since M&A practitioners are looking for a rebound of deal activity in 2024, let’s refresh ourselves on the roles and responsibilities of the buy- and sell-sides of M&A ...
Tuck-in acquisitions: Overview and examples
An increasing number of corporations are shifting their focus from large-scale transactions to smaller tuck-in acquisitions. This is due to the advantages of quickly acquiring ...
Popular
How experienced CEO Ray Hood accelerates technology M&A deals using Ideals VDR
Technology has radically transformed how M&A deals are done. Virtual data rooms (VDRs) in particular have played a crucial role in improving ...
Introducing a new era of Ideals
Today is an important milestone in the evolution of Ideals. You’ll notice a new look as we unveil our revitalized brand identity, a transformation ...
Unlocking India’s M&A potential: Why we acquired EthosData
With India’s economy set to grow by 7% in 2024, it’s an attractive opportunity for M&A and investment. In particular, the country’s life ...
Compare and select a VDR with our ultimate guide
Data room comparison guide: how to choose the best VDR Virtual data rooms are a critical component of many businesses. The market offers a wide ...
10 steps to a successful company acquisition
Mergers and acquisitions can be risky, time-consuming, and complex. However, companies are improving their M&A approach to the point where, ...
Simplify your workflow: Due diligence checklist, enhanced link sharing and more
Streamline your process with Due diligence checklist Efficient due diligence is the backbone of successful mergers and acquisitions, but ...