Does M&A Still Matter?
You Bet. Though many large acquirers are still digesting earlier transactions, and most institutions have had their attention diverted to accounting and governance regulations, the banking industry still views M&A as a viable growth strategy.
Financial flux - the factors that will influence change in business
In all corners of the financial system the established order, where well known institutions play their traditional roles in a time honoured fashion, is being questioned. This reflects the conjunction of different but inter-related factors.
Finding Equals in a Merger
Jean Davis's responsibility is to integrate all of Wachovia's systems, technologies and operations since its 2001 merger with First Union. It wasn't a cake walk, but the new entity is beginning to hum.
How to Avoid Merger Heartburn
June 01, 2005 — CIO — As I recently noted in the Harvard Business Review, 70 percent to 80 percent of mergers are considered failures from an acquiring shareowner’s perspective.
Insurance Mergers, Acquisitions Stalled in 2000
Convergence among U.S. banks and insurers were not significant according to a recent study by Conning & Co. titled "Mergers and Acquisitions and Public Equity Offerings: 2001 Edition."