International Mergers and Acquisitions Activity Since 1990: Recent Research and Quantitative Analysis

It is now a well-know fact that mergers and acquisitions activity comes in waves. The most recent wave, the 5th takeover wave of the 1990s, was characterized by an unprecedented number of corporate restructurings in terms of mergers and acquisitions (MA the cyclical pattern of the MA methods to determine the performance of success of MA cross border deals; means of payment and its effects; studies of hostile bids; and, high leverage takeovers and delistings. This title presents a selection of the best and latest quantitative research on M&A activity worldwide. It features an impressive collection of international authors. It provides important insights and implications for practitioners.