M&A: Mergers and acquisitions

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) stands for mergers and takeovers of companies. The term covers all processes in which companies are bought, sold or merged in whole or in part. The aim of M&A activities is usually growth, market access, synergy effects or strategic realignment. The M&A process requires careful planning, due diligence and negotiations in order to minimise economic and legal risks.