With the advent of globalization and liberalization, the concept of M&As has become an integral part of the Indian economy. This phenomenon has had far reaching repercussions on Indian industrial milieu, its development and growth. The changing market conditions have brought very significant and...

Innovative startups are frequently acquired by large incumbent firms. On the one hand, these acquisitions provide an incentive for startup creation and may transfer ideas to more efficient users. On the other hand, incumbents might acquire startups just to "kill" their ideas, and acquisitions...