Abstract
Mergers and Acquisitions have emerged as a major force for developing financial and economic environments due to increased market competition both in domestic and international markets, excessive interdependence of companies for different products and services, etc. The entire business world is looking forward to sustainable growth and development. Sustainability issues are gaining ground in terms of business transactions due to the combined efforts of the merged business undertakings. The main objective of this research paper is to evaluate the impact of mergers and acquisitions of the companies sector-wise and to identify the factors affecting mergers and acquisitions of companies in the current scenario. For this purpose, the researcher has analyzed the mergers and acquisitions in five different sectors by considering both the pre and post-financial position of the amalgamated companies. Earnings per Share, Price Earnings Ratio, Return on Asset, and Return on Equity are calculated to depict a clear picture of the impact of a merger or acquisition on their financial position. Data are collected from secondary sources and compiled for an effective presentation.
Keywords: Mergers and Acquisition, Sustainability, Earnings per Share, Price Earnings Ratio, Return on Asset, Return on Equity
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