Mergers and acquisitions from a to z / Andrew J. Sherman.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sherman, Andrew J., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Consolidation and merger of corporations.

Small business--Mergers.

Small business.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (395 pages) : illustrations (some color), maps

Edition:

Fourth edition.

Place of Publication:

New York, New York : AMACON, 2018.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

The definitive guide to getting deals done right. More than ten thousand mergers and acquisitions occur annually in the US, many among small- and mid-sized companies. These complex transactions can be an effective growth strategy, but they carry significant risk. Mergers and Acquisitions from A to Z helps guard against costly mistakes. Expert advice, case studies, checklists, and sample documents walk you through every step of the process — from valuation to securities laws to closing and successful integration. Covering the latest trends and regulatory developments, the fourth edition explains how to: Prepare for and initiate a deal Create a letter of intent Conduct due diligence Structure profitable deals Calculate the purchase price Raise capital Keep transactions on track Understand the roles and risks for boards Manage postclosing challenges And more When done properly, mergers and acquisitions let companies eliminate rivals, extend territory, and diversify offerings. This trusted resource delivers the strategic and legal guidance you need to make the most of every deal.

Contents:

The basics of mergers and acquisitions

Preparing for the dance : the seller's perspective

Initiating the deal : the buyer's perspective

The letter of intent and other preliminary matters

Due diligence

The board's role in M & A

An overview of regulatory considerations

Structuring the deal

Valuation and pricing of the seller's company

Financing the acquisition

The purchase agreement and related legal documents

Keeping M & A deals on track : managing the deal killers

Post-closing challenges

Special challenges (and opportunities) in cross-border transactions

Alternatives to mergers and acquisitions.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

OCLC:

1029878736