This study investigates the firms' performance following cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As) from 2000 to 2022, employing the generalized method of moments (GMM) technique within the French context. Grounded in the theories of organizational learning and the institutional-based view,...

Ziel der Arbeit ist der Beitrag zu einem bislang wenig entwickelten Diskussionsstand und einem zukünftig hoffentlich erhöhten Problembewusstsein über die Rechte und besonderen Verhaltenspflichten von Vorstandsmitgliedern im Anschluss an Unternehmensübernahmen. Die Arbeit wird aus den in...

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We examine the relation between firms’ prior acquisition experience and subsequent acquisition performance. Based on our sample firms’ complete acquisition histories, we find that acquirers with prior experience in the target industry perform better in subsequent diversifying acquisitions,...

Growing globalization has created a business environment that encourages companies to internationalize through international acquisitions. The growth in the number and value of international acquisitions in the previous period has increased the number of studies that analyze this phenomenon from...

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Advances in Mergers and Acquisitions stands out from the competition due to its focus on three key characteristics: studies from scholars in different countries, with different research questions, relying on different theoretical perspective. Such a broad and inclusive approach to mergers and...

The automobile industry is experiencing unprecedented change. Despite its century-old history based mostly in the art of mechanics, increased development of technology and heightened awareness of environmental issues has pushed traditional automobile manufacturers to completely re-examine their...

Mergers and acquisition are important corporate strategy actions that aid the firm in external growth and provide it competitive advantage. In todays globalized economy, mergers and acquisition are being increasingly used the world over, for improving competitiveness of companies through gaining...

This paper studies the role of budgets in implementing the systems integration strategies in an Australian post-acquisition case of two organisations and reducing its associated often-regarded high risks. It attempts a fresh narrative approach to examine the evolution of accounting and its...