M&A

M&A, divestitures and JVs can fuel growth. A clear strategy, sourcing the right deal, sound diligence and smooth integration are crucial.

Whether pursuing scale, new technology or entry into new markets, we can help you achieve your strategic objectives through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), divestitures and joint ventures.

EY-Parthenon M&A consulting helps you:

  • Perform portfolio reviews to understand your best path to growth and competitive advantage 
  • Assess the strategic fit of a business by evaluating the market opportunity and potential synergies
  • Conduct diligence, including financial, tax, commercial, operational, regulatory, IT and cyber
  • Determine the right valuation and approach to capital markets for funding
  • Operationalize the deal


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Find out how a dual-track approach including M&A and corporate venture building can help companies turbocharge their growth.

Our latest M&A thinking

M&A activity insights: June 2025

Read the latest Merger Monthly, with insights on recent US M&A activity insights and what M&A trends to expect as we look ahead.

20 Jun 2025 Mitch Berlin

M&A stress test: Are you prepared for the next big deal?

Prepare for successful M&A with the EY-Parthenon M&A Stress Test. Learn how to maximize deal value and avoid pitfalls.

19 Jun 2025 Elizabeth Kaske + 1

Building a corporate unicorn

Learn key steps for corporate venture building to unlock value in different sectors.

05 Jun 2025 Praveen Arivazhagan

How do CEOs chart a path to growth when the map keeps changing?

As cautious CEOs navigate trade wars and tariffs, strategic leaders can use M&A as a long-term value driver. Read more.

05 May 2025 Andrea Guerzoni + 2

Macro Bites: Signals show steady boost in 2025 M&A deal activity

Learn about the 2025 M&A forecast and what companies should consider when preparing for dealmaking.

11 Feb 2025

Beyond the deal: accurately estimating M&A integration costs

Discover key drivers of M&A integration costs and ensure deal success. Learn how to plan strategically for long-term value. Read more.

09 Dec 2024 Elizabeth Kaske

Banking M&A Quick Takes: merger of equals

Banks are considering mergers with similar-sized institutions to create more resilient entities. Learn more about banking M&A trends.

16 Jul 2024 Elizabeth Kaske + 1

Tech M&A Quick Takes: Plan early for M&A integration strategy

In the Tech M&A Quick Takes video, EY leaders discuss the year of growth, M&A integration strategy and value drivers. Watch the video to learn more.

11 Jun 2024 Elizabeth Kaske + 1

Dealmaking amid uncertain monetary cycles: Lessons from history

The key to proactive dealmaking lies in past trends and in innovative approaches to navigate future economic shifts. Learn more.

21 May 2024 Tze-Liang Chiam + 2

Why Europe’s CEOs are confident but cautious, pushing AI and pausing ESG

The latest EY European CEO Outlook survey finds country variation in resilience, but solid AI strategy remains elusive for many. Read more.

09 Jan 2024 Julie Hood

How cloud can drive value in M&A transactions

A robust strategy can bring value to both buyers and sellers throughout the M&A lifecycle. Read more.

08 Aug 2023 Manpreet Ramana + 1

    Transform your M&A strategy and drive growth

    Sector M&A insights

    Four areas of innovation can shape the future of health care value

    Health care payers are thriving by tackling common operational challenges. Discover how.

    12 Jun 2025 H. Mallory Caldwell + 2

    Private Equity Pulse: key takeaways from Q1 2025

    The PE Pulse is a quarterly report that provides data and insights on private equity market activity and trends. Read the latest report.

    30 Apr 2025 Pete Witte

    Why you need a better antitrust approach in health care M&A diligence

    Blending business strategy and antitrust economics in health care M&A due diligence can uncover dealbreakers and create value amid complex regulation.

    02 Apr 2025 Vikram Kapoor + 1

    Three lessons learned from transformative health care M&A

    Unlock value in health care M&A by avoiding pitfalls. Discover strategies for successful health care deals and effective transformation.

    25 Mar 2025 Joon-Woo Song + 1

    Beyond integration: Value creation from bolt-on life sciences deals

    Discover strategies for successful bolt-on acquisitions in life sciences for 2025. Read the full article for essential insights.

    03 Mar 2025 Ranu Carroll + 2

    How to be a savvy technology M&A dealmaker

    The EY-Parthenon Technology Corporate Development Survey confirms seven key traits of companies that succeed with mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Read more.

    24 Oct 2024 Barak Ravid + 1

    Energy M&A Quick Takes: How companies are transforming deal structures

    In the Energy M&A Quick Takes video, EY leaders discuss oil and gas consolidation, and integrations that require more due diligence.

    21 May 2024 Elizabeth Kaske + 1

    How ecosystems can help fill the life sciences innovation gap

    An expanded ecosystem can help life sciences companies replenish their pipelines ahead of a looming patent cliff. Read our report.

    13 Mar 2023 Arda Ural, PhD + 2

    How the right M&A can help hospital CEOs cure shrinking margins

    M&A is an important tool for US hospitals to address increasing costs and the continuing pressure to reduce reimbursements.

    20 Feb 2023 H. Mallory Caldwell

    Is there more than one path toward long-term value?

    An evolving portfolio strategy is integral to generating returns and competing in the energy transition. How can companies make no regret decisions?

    02 Feb 2023 David Johnston + 1

      M&A case studies

      How carve-outs positioned an automotive giant for future growth

      EY-Parthenon teams supported Daimler AG through strategic divestments and back-office transformation. Learn more.

      12 Apr 2024

      How an acquisition helped Orifarm prepare a prescription for growth 

      EY teams help founder-run Orifarm, a Danish pharmaceuticals company, embark on the path to transformation.

      29 Nov 2021 Mads Steensen

      Case study: How a Nordic SaaS player unlocked potential in a global lockdown

      A bold strategy and deep, multi-disciplined M&A experience turned “it can’t be done” into a sale that facilitated outstanding outcomes. Learn more.

      19 Apr 2021

      How the right buyer helped a family grow global plant-based food production

      Innovation in plant-based meat could have a major role in promoting healthier food alternatives and sustainable environmental practices.

      16 Apr 2021 EY Americas

        Growth strategy through M&A

        How M&A revenue synergies can sweeten digital transactions

        EY-Parthenon research shows digital deals that focus on revenue synergies can lead to higher valuations and premiums.

        26 Jul 2022 Amar Mehta + 1

        Three important digital M&A product strategy questions for the c-suite

        Product development can be transformed with digital M&A if leaders articulate how technology and innovation leads to growth and value. Read our insights.

        26 Sep 2022 Jeff Vogel

        The new corporate strategy playing field

        Corporate strategy is being upended by new stakeholders, competitors and the need to quickly add differentiating capabilities.

        05 Oct 2022 Chris Librizzi + 1

        Three ways c-suite execs can enhance digital M&A commercial strategy

        Learn how traditional companies acquiring digital assets can embrace and interact with digital natives and can create outsized returns

        23 Nov 2022 Ranu Carroll

        Digital M&A valuation: How CFOs and CDOs can get it right

        Investors can use unique digital M&A valuation tools during due diligence to reduce overpayment risk.

        23 Jan 2023 Dayton Nordin + 2

        How do CEOs chart a path to growth when the map keeps changing?

        As cautious CEOs navigate trade wars and tariffs, strategic leaders can use M&A as a long-term value driver. Read more.

        05 May 2025 Andrea Guerzoni + 2

          M&A integration insights

          Beyond the deal: accurately estimating M&A integration costs

          Discover key drivers of M&A integration costs and ensure deal success. Learn how to plan strategically for long-term value. Read more.

          09 Dec 2024 Elizabeth Kaske

          Key steps CIOs can take to supercharge an M&A technology integration

          Prepare for an M&A technology integration by upgrading your methodology.

          21 Aug 2024 Eric Aminjavahery + 1

          How an M&A clean room strategy can accelerate transactions synergies

          Discover how an M&A clean room strategy enhances transaction synergies, ensuring compliance, security, and faster integration.

          20 Jun 2025 Elizabeth Kaske

          Four talent challenges in digital M&A culture integration

          Tech company acquisitions may include talent: founders, engineers and technologists whose knowledge can drive digital M&A culture integration. Learn more.

          12 Oct 2022 Shari Yocum

          How rapid M&A IT integration can cut costs and boost M&A cybersecurity

          M&A IT integration strategies can speed up deal synergies, reduce costs and free capital for growth and value creation. Read more

          03 Feb 2023 Sri Prabhakaran + 1



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