Month: May 2024

Conglomerate Mergers: Types, Examples, and Best Practices

Picture two very different characters. A brainy scientist with wild ideas and the other a laid-back artist with a flair for creativity. Suddenly, they are forced to share the same body! As they start working together, they realize their combined talents can create something truly extraordinary. In this zany analogy, the conglomerate merger is like […]

Virtual data room security for business transactions: The ultimate guide

Mergers and acquisitions have become the most appealing target to cybercriminals. Eighty-two percent of data breaches occur in the cloud, where M&A parties collaborate the most. As cybersecurity costs are estimated to reach $10.5 trillion by 2025, experts advise businesses to use more reliable collaboration tools, such as virtual data rooms (VDRs). VDRs help M&A […]

What are synergies in M&A? Types of synergies and examples

Only 24% of companies accomplish 80% of their synergies targets, according to Deloitte. This brings the importance of correct synergies identification and estimation for the overall deal success. In this article, we focus on the concept of M&A synergies, outline the main risks associated with synergies realization, and suggest the best practices for achieving synergies. […]