Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are a vital business tool and a successful growth and expansion strategy for many large and mid-sized companies. That's why in today's complex world of M&As, executives need a reliable and easy-to-use guide to help them maximize the financial and operational value of the deal for their company by minimizing costs and avoiding potentially fatal mistakes. Mergers and Acquisitions Basics is a complete resource packed with all the information busy executives need on: The nuts and bolts of M&As and the processes involved Basic guidelines and lessons for going through M&As for the first time Key events, processes, and issues that a buyer or seller must consider And much more! Mergers and Acquisitions Basics provides a thorough primer and overview of the key steps and common features of strategic transactions. It offers a useful balance of detailed and user-friendly coverage that isn't afraid to have fun with a serious and complex topic. Beginning investment bankers, lawyers, and consultants can use it to develop a foundation for understanding deals before exploring a deeper expertise and specialty. Business executives and managers will find a one-stop, easy-to-read guide to help them navigate deals and understand their role in the process. Written by a veteran executive with experience working with such leading companies as General Electric, VeriSign, General Motors, and UPS, Mergers and Acquisitions Basics explains the ins and outs of strategic transactions, as well as: Why a company should buy or sell Who the major players are and what roles they play What the key steps are to getting a deal done Where to find the most common mistakes and failures in strategic transactions Complete with an appendix of real-world checklists, forms, and sample reports and presentations, Mergers and Acquisitions Basics is a must-have tool for CEOs, CFOs, finance executives, and other business leaders involved in strategic transactions.
This book is written for buyers and sellers of businesses, financial analysts, chief executive officers, chief financial officers, operating managers, investment bankers, and portfolio managers.
It mixes theory with case studies so the text is current and useful. Unique and practical, this book can add hard-won insights to anybody's list of M&A titles.
This is his 18th book.
The chapters in this book first appeared as magazine columns, and Mr. Wagner has chosen just his most-popular and well-received articles for this book. If you want M&A basics to get ready for your deal, we've got them covered here!
Look no further. This guide illustrates the specifics on how to kick-start the process, from writing or assessing the offering document to expressing interest in doing a deal.
Two strengths distinguish this textbook from others.
The classic, comprehensive guide to mergers and acquisitions, now completely updated for today''s market.
"This book is the perfect primer for operating executives seeking to expand their companies through M&A. I have a copy on my desk." —Daniel Ilisevich, Chief Financial and Administrative Office, Compusearch Software Systems "Mr. Hooke's ...
They explore the pre-planning, negotiation, and integration phases of this important phenomenon in a practical and scholarly way. This book is a must-read for all senior managers, HR professionals, and academics working in the field.
This book is a multi-disciplinary primer for anyone navigating an M&A, providing the legal, financial, and business advice that helps you swing the deal your way.