Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions Hardcover - 2016

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The Complete Package for Flawless Execution of Cross-Border M&A

Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) can be one of the most intense and chaotic periods a company will ever experience. Finally, mindful executives have a practical guide to execute mergers and acquisitions in the reality of today's diverse global economy--Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions.

In this anticipated follow-up to Mergers and Acquisitions Integration Handbook, distinguished M&A expert Scott Whitaker delivers his popular brand of solid, actionable guidance to the complex process of cross-border M&A.

Whitaker has assembled ten leading experts representing the nine countries where the majority of global M&A activity occurs, who have collectively managed several hundred M&A transactions across dozens of industries. The expert contributors examine mission-critical topics, such as cross-border strategy and deal planning, culture and leadership alignment, integration planning and execution, and unique cross-border M&A transaction scenarios including carve-outs and divestitures.

Readers will gain unique perspectives and guidance to help them understand the complexities and risks of doing M&A across national, cultural, and linguistic boundaries, including:

• Legal, financial, social, and political interdependencies with cross-border integration
• Region- and country-specific trends and deal planning tips
• The role of culture in cross-border M&A
• M&A considerations for China and Japan

Cross-Border Mergers and Acquisitions gives you the tools, strategies, and real-world coaching you need to stand out as a master of international M&A execution. With this widely versatile action-oriented guide at your fingertips, you will learn how to:

• Confidently lead full life cycle transactions by identifying, understanding, and mitigating cross-border challenges
• Effectively deliver work streams and tasks with internationally proven tools and methodologies
• Maximize synergies by establishing robust governance and integration playbooks
• Achieve sustainable results with culture-building insights and action