A detailed look at the worst M&A deals ever and the lessons learned from
them
It's common knowledge that about half of all merger and acquisition
(M&A) transactions destroy value for the buyer's shareholders, and about
three-quarters fall short of the expectations prevailing at the time the
deal is announced. In Deals from Hell, Robert Bruner, one of the
foremost thinkers and educators in this field, uncovers the real reasons
for these mishaps by taking a closer look at twelve specific instances
of M&A failure. Through these real-world examples, he shows readers what
went wrong and why, and converts these examples into cautionary tales
for executives who need to know how they can successfully navigate their
own M&A deals. These page-turning business narratives in M&A failure
provide much-needed guidance in this area of business. By addressing the
key factors to M&A success and failure, this comprehensive guide
illustrates the best ways to analyze, design, and implement M&A deals.
Filled with in-depth insights, expert advice, and valuable lessons
gleaned from other M&A transactions, Deals from Hell helps readers avoid
the common pitfalls associated with this field and presents them with a
clear framework for thinking about how to make any M&A transaction a
success.
