Executing Strategic M&A in Today's Market

M&A Science

Todd Henrich, SVP Head of Corporate Development at Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG)

Today's M&A market conditions are volatile, regulatory scrutiny is high, and the pressure to find value is greater than ever. The risks of entering a deal without a firm understanding of today’s market dynamics have never been more pronounced. How do you ensure your strategic acquisitions stay on course?

In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, we explore the best practices for executing strategic M&A in today's market with Todd Henrich, SVP Head of Corporate Development at Booking Holdings.

Things you will learn:

• The ripple effects of regulatory overreach on M&A and investment

• Shaping strategy through M&A setbacks

• Using M&A as a tool, not a strategy

• How global regulatory collaboration is impacting M&A activity

• Key targets and red flags when building an investment thesis

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 Intro

05:02 The impact of changing regulations on M&A deals

08:01 The ripple effects of regulatory overreach on M&A and investment

11:40 Shaping strategy through M&A setbacks

12:49 Using M&A as a tool, not a strategy

15:59 How global regulatory collaboration is impacting M&A activity

18:13 Adapting to regulatory rules

19:21 Ensuring strategic alignment and long-term value in M&A

22:49 Sourcing deals

23:38 The Rocketmiles acquisition success story

26:48 Key targets and red flags when building an investment thesis

30:16 The AI hype

31:38 Managing the hidden costs of M&A

36:08 The importance of an integration team in M&A success

37:39 Balancing valuation and integration costs in M&A

39:19 Other reasons deals can go awry

43:39 Key lessons in M&A: Doing deals that matter

46:59 Handling surprises in M&A deals

53:21 The importance of buyer-led M&A processes for long-term success

55:09 Craziest Thing in M&A

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