Mergers & Acquisitions

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merger - valuation - acquisition - shareholders - integration - synergy - due diligence - hostile takeover

1. Before completing a(n) ________, a company must assess the target company's assets and liabilities.

2. A(n) ________ occurs when two companies combine to form a single entity.

3. In a(n) ________, a company tries to acquire another against the wishes of its management.

4. The goal of many mergers is to create ________, where the combined company is stronger than the individual parts.

5. The process of reviewing a company's financial and legal standing before a deal is called ________.

6. An important part of any acquisition is determining the correct ________ of the target company.

7. After a merger, the ________ phase ensures that systems, cultures, and operations align smoothly.

8. A company must get approval from its ________ before proceeding with a merger.