Acquisition climate

Emanuel Gomes

Chapter 6 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 13-15 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter discusses the role of acquisition climate, shaped by macroeconomic, political and organizational conditions, in influencing mergers and acquisitions outcomes. It explores the distinctions between hostile and friendly deals, negotiation dynamics and the influence of competitors and external advisors. The chapter emphasizes how communication, firm relationships and market contexts shape the acquisition process and its impact on integration success.

Keywords: Mergers and acquisitions process; Takeover; Pre-acquisition; Climate; Hostile; Friendly (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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