M&A Lite

Back in vogue, JVs offer easier and cheaper accessto companies; don't forget the boundaries.

June 2, 2008

If M&A is like a marriage, a joint venture is akin to a live-in courtship, and as many companies are discovering, the less-binding alternatives do have their advantages. This is especially true in a market in which companies are desperately seeking growth but remain hesitant to bet the farm on a particular combination.

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