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Article Abstract:
It is possible to raise a number of questions about the justification for vendor-initiated due diligence in merger and acquisition deals. It can be argued that the way in which the investigative process is undertaken has not changed very much with the arrival of vendor-initiated due diligence. However, there are features which some observers believe justify the existence of the revised due diligence approach. Others have reservations, especially about the fact that vendor-initiated due diligence does not take into account the often substantial diversity of bidders in terms of sophistication and status.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1997
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Creating more value in a competitive market
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A potential purchaser looking at a company for which it will be necessary to pay an apparently rather inflated price must find a way of proving that the acquisition target will deliver strong profit growth. In order to do so, it must identify hidden value. The techniques involved in doing this are complex, and it will be necessary to consider factors outside the business. The target's market, customers and competitors must be taken into account if the purchase is to be fully justified.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1997
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Sowing the seeds of growth
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Many large European companies are becoming increasingly interested in making acquisitions, according to a survey by Price Waterhouse Corporate Finance. The number of planned deals is set to rise, with acquisitions to take place in a wide range of different industries. Most deals are being undertaken in order to boost the purchaser's core business. The key feature for a prospective bid target is the ability to show strong growth potential.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1996
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