Mergers and Acquisitions Basics: The Key Steps of Acquisitions, Divestitures, and Investments

A nontechnical explanation of M&As and how they can dramatically grow a company

Mergers and Acquisitions Basics provides senior-level executives with essential answers to questions about the nature of M&As and the steps involved in executing M&As for the first time. It explains what key events, processes, and issues a buyer and seller must consider during a merger, as well as common pitfalls to avoid. By using this book, executives can avoid costs and fatal mistakes, and maximize the financial and operational value of the deal.

Michael E. S. Frankel, JD (Arlington, VA), is a seasoned finance and business development executive with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, complex finance transactions, corporate strategy, and business development transactions. He has led more than 100 transactions and has worked on hundreds more.