high in relation to the synergies that motivated the premiums paid. In this paper, we illustrate the performance … implications of overstated synergies and develop a ten-step reference model for the calculation of synergies in order to avoid … overestimating their potential. After that, we present three case studies in which we assess how synergies are determined in practice …

This paper illustrates that taking alternative mergers into consideration when analyzing the effects of a proposed …

This paper proposes an explanation as to why some mergers fail, based on the interaction between the pre- and post … course of action, the merger goes ahead but fails. Our unique equilibrium allows us to make predictions on which mergers are …

conglomerate mergers, a corresponding critical level of synergies is made explicit, and moral hazard-induced effects are deducted …Managers promises of future synergies are a common means to convince shareholders that an intended merger will raise … remains non-synergetic, and will not necessarily gain even if positive synergies can be realized. In a simple model of …

The mergers between AT&T and Cingular, Sprint and Nextel, and Verizon and Alltel telecommunication companies have … companies completed the ideal merger? The thesis analyzes the mergers in chronological order of the merger deals starting from …

and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Working in a monopolistically competitive environment, merging firms do not reduce … competition. Mergers are motivated by efficiency gains and transfer of technology and expertise. Following empirical evidence, I …

The article is a review of the literature on the importance of organizational culture in mergers and acquisitions (M …