Failure – process causes

Duncan N. Angwin

Chapter 61 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 158-159 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter explores process-related causes of M&A failure, focusing on momentum, reductionism, fragmentation and ambiguity during the acquisition process. It discusses how these factors can lead to overpayment, neglect of strategic considerations and misalignment post-acquisition. The chapter emphasises the need for strategic due diligence, longer time frames and alignment between acquirer and target for reducing process-related risks.

Keywords: Failure; Acquisition process; Momentum; Reductionism; Ambiguity; Winner; S curse; Strategic Due Diligence; Information asymmetry (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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