The letter of intent (LOI) is an important step in most M&A transactions. The LOI allows buyers to signal that they’re serious about a potential deal and to make sure that their vision lines up with the seller’s before they spend significant resources on a full due diligence process.   Here are the ...

Many M&A deals fail — Harvard Business Review puts the figure at as high as 70-90 percent. They’ve also found that up to 60% of M&A deals actually destroy shareholder value.  As a new strategic acquirer, how can you help your company beat the odds?  Here are 8 pieces of advice from investment ...

When it comes to submitting an initial indication of interest (IOI) for a business, the guidelines are typically quite clear. The banker will provide their bid preferences, usually asking for some variation on the following information:  Approximate price range, usually either expressed in a dollar value ...