Employee reactions during M&A

Inger Stensaker and Helene L. Colman

Chapter 53 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 137-139 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter explores the multi-dimensional reactions of employees during M&A, encompassing emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions. It examines the role of social processes, communication, managerial actions, and employee involvement in mitigating negative reactions and fostering commitment to integration, ultimately impacting M&A success.

Keywords: Employee reactions; Collective employee responses; Emotional reactions; Cognitive reactions; Behavioral reactions; Commitment to change; Change recipients (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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