Demand uncertainty substantially impacts the optimal decision for supply chain innovation
investment despite the recognized importance of new product and technology investment in …

In this paper, we examine the impact of board demographic characteristics on Chinese firms'
cross-border Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) performance, especially the gender diversity of …

We investigate the effect of corporate innovation on mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Using
a sample of 786 public-to-public transactions in the US technology sector, we show that …

Although most takeover theories presume the acquirers initiate the transactions, many
transactions are in reality initiated by targets. This paper attempts to understand such a …

This paper builds on recent advances in the domain of dynamic M&A option games under
uncertainty and looks closer at the determinants that drive the strategic choice between …

This study analyzes a real options model of mergers and acquisitions between two firms
facing different but correlated uncertainties in profits. It is assumed that firms can choose …

Through a comprehensive analysis of United States public firms, we explore the implications
of mergers and acquisitions within the Financial Technology (Fintech) sector on a company's …

This paper investigates how leverage affects the dynamics of acquisitions. Pursuing this
objective, the optimal leverage, premium and timing are jointly determined. We show that …

Firms employing former or incumbent members of management and supervisory boards of
commercial banks exhibit higher acquisitiveness. The presence of bank-associated officers …

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the role of IT specialists in systems
integration during M&A processes including the issues faced during the process and provide …