There were 21,605 M&A transactions announced, worldwide, in the first half of 2013. The totals by geographic region were as follows:
The US is continuing to lead the volume of M&A transactions with Europe not too far behind. While everyone is continuing to debate whether there is a recovery and if there is a recovery how strong it is, smart companies are completing transactions to fulfill management and shareholder objectives. And, they will benefit from these transactions in both the near and long terms.
With all these transactions taking place, the obvious question is what is the right time to undertake a divestiture or acquire another company? There are many correct answers to that question; however, the real answer is that it depends on your objectives. Most of the time, people/companies wait too long to pursue a transaction; consequently, they miss many viable and valuable opportunities.
