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Beyond the Balance Sheet: A 9-Point Checklist for Mastering Pension Liabilities in M&A

Hidden in M&A deals, pension liabilities are a financial minefield that can sink your returns if not managed with expert precision. Don’t let a target’s DB plan become your post-closing nightmare; a rigorous, proactive approach is essential for success. Our new article delivers a 9-point checklist to help you master pension integration, from early diligence to post-merger execution. What is the biggest mistake you have seen a deal team make when assessing pension risk?

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Beyond the Balance Sheet: A 9-Point Checklist for Mastering Pension Liabilities in M&A

March 3, 2026

Hidden in M&A deals, pension liabilities are a financial minefield that can sink your returns if not managed with expert precision. Don’t let a target’s DB plan become your post-closing nightmare; a rigorous, proactive approach is essential for success. Our new article delivers a 9-point checklist to help you master pension integration, from early diligence…
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The Synergy Mirage: 3 Costly Valuation Mistakes M&A Pros Make (And How to Dodge Them)

February 26, 2026

The promise of M&A synergy is the ultimate prize, yet most deals fail to deliver, destroying value instead. We dissect the three costliest mistakes in synergy valuation—from optimistic revenue fantasies to forgotten integration costs—and offer a rigorous framework for seasoned M&A pros. What is the biggest synergy myth you have had to debunk in a…
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The Spirax-Sarco Way: Deconstructing the M&A Playbook of a FTSE 100 Serial Acquirer

February 24, 2026

Spirax-Sarco isn’t just buying companies; it’s mastering a unique M&A playbook built on decentralization and long-term value creation. Our deep dive dissects their strategy, from disciplined acquisition financing to their remarkably hands-off integration approach that nurtures rather than dismantles. What element of their M&A model do you find most compelling for building a sustainable enterprise?
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Beyond the Top Ten: 5 Quantitative Methods to De-Risk Customer Concentration in M&A

February 19, 2026

Customer concentration can quietly destroy the value of an M&A deal post-close. Our latest article moves beyond a simple “Top 10” list and details 5 rigorous quantitative methods, from the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index to advanced cohort analysis, to truly assess revenue stability in a target company. What’s the highest customer concentration you’ve ever accepted in a…
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Peabody Energy’s $2.1 Billion Bet on Anglo American’s Coal Business

November 26, 2024

Peabody Energy is betting big with a $2.1 billion loan to acquire Anglo American’s steelmaking coal operations in Australia! This deal highlights private credit’s growing role in ESG-sensitive sectors. Will this move solidify Peabody’s position in metallurgical coal?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Mubadala Capital Takes CI Financial Private in $3.4 Billion Deal

November 25, 2024

This bold move marks one of Abu Dhabi’s largest-ever privatizations in the financial sector. With CI’s C$518 billion in client assets and a C$12.1 billion enterprise value, this deal brings long-term capital and stability to the Canadian wealth manager. What does this mean for global finance and CI’s future?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Honeywell Divests PPE Business for $1.33 Billion

November 22, 2024

Honeywell makes a bold move! The industrial giant is selling its PPE business to Protective Industrial Products for $1.33 billion in cash. This divestment positions Honeywell to focus on high-growth megatrends like automation and energy transition while Protective Industrial Products scales its global presence. What’s your take on this strategic deal?
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Daily Deal Spotlight: Mediaocean’s Strategic Acquisition of Innovid

November 21, 2024

Mediaocean acquires Innovid for $500M, merging it with Flashtalking to create a global ad tech powerhouse. This move positions Mediaocean to challenge Google’s dominance with innovative ad delivery and measurement solutions. What’s your take on this merger?
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