The “Trump Effect” on M&A: Seven Predictions for 2017
By Dr. Alexandra Reed Lajoux, Board of M&A Standards/Founding Principal at CapEx
The inauguration of President Donald J. Trump in January 2017 could go down in history as the beginning of a new era for the U.S. economy in general and for M&A. The fulfillment of Trump’s pro-business and pro-American campaign promises could well bring increased vitality through ...
EBITDA vs. Adjusted EBITDA and Why it Matters
By Tony Enlow, Managing Director, Transaction Advisory Services at BDO, a partner of M&A Leadership Council
Although compliant with US GAAP, the reported results of a potential acquisition target, often do not reflect the sustainable run rate of the company's cash flows. This article defines the difference between reported results and quality of earnings ...
Post-Merger Integration - It is Never Too Early in the Deal Process to Start Planning
Submitted by Intralinks, a Partner of M&A Leadership Council
It’s never too early in the deal process to start planning for post-merger integration (PMI). A common timing tipping point for initiating this process is when the letter of intent is signed. At this juncture, there’s a level of commitment on both sides of the deal table. Starting to craft a PMI plan ...
One Size Does Not Fit All
Provided by Willis Towers Watson, a Partner of M&A Leadership Council
Conventional wisdom holds that employees generally react adversely to the level of change a merger, acquisition or other type of deal may bring. But what isn’t widely understood and sometimes underestimated is the variance in the ways employees view the deal and the ways those...
Asian Financial Forum (AFF) Set for Hong Kong this January
Submitted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council
The 10th edition of the Asian Financial Forum will take place in Hong Kong, January 16-17, 2017. The Asian Financial Forum (AFF) brings together some of the most influential members of the global financial and business community to discuss developments and trends ...
Why Tech Giant is Aquiring Harmen International?
Provided by Mergermarket, a Partner of M&A Leadership Council
On November 14th, Samsung announced the acquisition of Harman International, the US-based developer and manufacturer of audio and electronic systems for the auto industry, for $8.6bn with an offer price of $112 per share (a 27.8% premium on Harman’s share price one day before)...
Markets Group Presents: Private Equity Forum in NYC
Submitted by Markets Group
Markets Group is running a meeting in New York this March for 200 LPs, venture and private equity funds. This private meeting will include: 120+ institutional investors and family offices from the US market, 15+ hours of networking and focused one-on-one meetings with the top allocators ...
Available M&A Positions
Presented by Talent Services of M&A Leadership Council
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