Practice

M&A: Who really benefits from synergies?

Synergies are the #1 reason to justify a deal. But 75% end up in the seller's pocket.

Corporate FinanceIntermediateQCM

AgroFrance acquires BioHarvest for €500M.

  • BioHarvest standalone value: €350M
  • Estimated synergies (PV, net): €200M
  • Value with synergies: €550M
  • Price paid: €500M (43% premium)
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Management says: "This deal creates €200M of value." How much net value is actually created for AgroFrance shareholders?

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