Greatest M&A successes

Duncan N. Angwin

Chapter 71 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 182-185 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter reviews landmark M&A successes, emphasising deal size, market dominance, shareholder value and innovation. Examples include Vodafone's acquisition of Mannesmann and Disney's purchase of Marvel. It highlights how strategic realignment, industry dominance and programmatic acquisitions lead to value creation. The chapter also underscores the significance of measuring success through diverse perspectives, including newer metrics like ESG performance.

Keywords: Transformative M&A; Deal size; Market dominance; Market value; Bargain; Strategic realignment; Serial acquirers; ESG; Purpose (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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