Prepared to Pounce: Why CEOs Should Always Be Ready for M&A
Nov 20, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 80
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Episode description
More than half of M&A deals fail, while winning deals can deliver five times the average payoff. Daniel Friedman, BCG’s global leader of transactions and integrations, explains the importance of a clear plan, thoughtful choice of targets, and strong teamwork. Finally, if company cultures don’t mesh, even the strongest financial deals won’t create lasting value.
Learn More:
Daniel Friedman: https://on.bcg.com/3V2Wlnp
M&A Activity by Year: The BCG M&A Report Collection: https://on.bcg.com/3OdAV3j
BCG on M&A: https://on.bcg.com/4hYkp4y
CEO Moments of Truth: https://on.bcg.com/TSWMoT
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