BCG October 5, 2023
By Jens Kengelbach, Georg Keienburg, Tobias Söllner, Dominik Degen, Sönke Sievers, Daniel Friedman, and Lianne Pot

Key Takeaways

A number of success factors have withstood the test of time, proving to be as significant in our updated analyses as when we first identified them. In a nutshell:
  • Prioritize preparation, experience, and timing.
  • Identify the right acquisitions, focus on synergies and cash deals, and consider innovative structures.
  • Emphasize transparent communication and post-deal execution.

What does it take to succeed in M&A? For the past two decades, BCG’s annual M&A reports have explored the answers to this question. Since launching the series in 2003, we have covered a number of areas of new ground. Recent themes include the rise of tech deals, the economics of synergies, the alternatives to M&A, and green dealmaking. Recurring themes include...

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