BODGAN COMANITA
Marketchemica, Canada

M&A: How Do Companies, Advisors and Investors Look at it?

INTRODUCTION
In a bid to decode the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Chemistry Today embarked on a journey to glean insights from industry leaders representing companies, advisors, and private equity (PE) funds. We sought to unravel the diverse approaches employed in strategic acquisitions through interviews with key stakeholders, and shed light on the underlying principles guiding these endeavors.

Our investigation revealed three distinct perspectives: the companies’ focus on adapting to market changes and delivering long-term results, the advisors’ emphasis on the efficacy of the M&A process, and the investors’ relentless pursuit of favorable financial outcomes. These insights are captured in Table 1 and underscore the multifaceted nature of M&A and offer valuable lessons for navigating the complexities of strategic acquisitions in today’s dynamic business landscape.

DISCUSSION

The Companies’ Perspective
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