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507: Decoding M&A: Why 70% of Deals Fail and the Scorecard for Predicting Success

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving

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Mergers and Acquisitions: Risks and Realities

This chapter examines the challenges and high failure rates associated with mergers and acquisitions, particularly the dangers of overvaluation and high premiums. It highlights the complexities tech firms face in conglomerate acquisitions and the importance of due diligence to avoid disastrous outcomes.

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