Mergers and acquisitions performance paradox: The mediating role of integration approach

Yaakov Weber; Shlomo Yedidia Tarba; Ziva Rozen Bachar

doi:10.1504/EJIM.2011.040911

Mergers and acquisitions performance paradox: The mediating role of integration approach

Yaakov Weber, Shlomo Yedidia Tarba, Ziva Rozen Bachar

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Abstract

Based on theory and case studies, the merger literature suggests that the implementation of integration approaches is important for effective postmerger integration. This hypothesis is tested with a relatively large sample by focusing on the fit of the integration approach to the synergy potential of the merged companies and the cultural differences between them. Findings suggest that the fit of the integration approach is positively related to integration effectiveness and mediates its relationship with synergy potential and cultural differences.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	373-393
Number of pages	21
Journal	European Journal of International Management
Volume	5
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1504/EJIM.2011.040911
State	Published - 1 Jan 2011
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Culture differences
Fit of integration approach
Mergers and acquisitions
Performance
Synergy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Business and International Management
Education
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

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