Description
Book SynopsisA comprehensive introduction to today's M&A strategies Make the Deal is a direct and accessible guide to striking a powerful M&A deal.
Table of ContentsAbout the Author vii
CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Deal-Making 1
Deal-Making in Practice
CHAPTER 2 Setting Up the Deal 7
Overview and Confidentiality Agreements
CHAPTER 3 Setting Up the Deal 33
Key Provisions and Agreements
CHAPTER 4 Architecture of the Acquisition Agreement 55
CHAPTER 5 Purchase Price 67
CHAPTER 6 Representations and Warranties 87
CHAPTER 7 Covenants 117
CHAPTER 8 Closing Conditions 131
CHAPTER 9 Termination Rights 149
CHAPTER 10 Material Adverse Effect 161
CHAPTER 11 Equity and Debt Commitment Letters 181
CHAPTER 12 Financing Risk 187
CHAPTER 13 Topping a Public Merger 217
CHAPTER 14 Indemnities 245
CHAPTER 15 Dispute Resolution 273
CHAPTER 16 Structuring M&A Deals 281
Index 309
