Mergers and Acquisitions from A to Z (eBook)

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.

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Talking mergers and acquisitions for small- to mid-sized companies can sound exciting as the architects behind the deals are wide-eyed with effective growth strategies.However, these complex transactions carry significant risk, and it is absolutely vital for all involved in the deal to make sure they are guarding themselves against costly mistakes that have been the downfall for many leaders and organizations before them.Complete with new case studies, checklists, and updated sample documents, law attorney and author Andrew Sherman walks you through every step of the process--from valuation to securities laws to closing and successful integration.Updated with the latest trends and regulatory developments, this fourth edition of Mergers and Acquisitions from A to Z explains further how to:conduct due diligence,calculate the purchase price,understand the roles and risks for boards, and more.When done correctly and cautiously, while fully educated on all avenues of the process, your company's next merger or acquisition should be an exciting, profitable time as you take steps to eliminate rivals, extend territory, and diversify offerings.But you must first be prepared! Don't make another deal without Mergers and Acquisitions from A to Z and its strategic, legal guidance by your side.