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Why & When M&A Deals Destroy Value (& How to Avoid It)

Ng Zhu Hann, CEO, TradeView Capital

10-Jul-25 12:00

Why & When M&A Deals Destroy Value (& How to Avoid It)

Mergers and acquisitions often grab headlines with promises of synergy and growth. But the reality is that many M&A deals fail, not only failing to create value but actively destroying it. So what separates a successful corporate marriage from a costly divorce?

Ng Zhu Hann, CEO of Tradeview Capital, joins us to dissect the art and perils of M&A. He pulls back the curtain on the real motivations behind deals, the critical importance of cultural alignment over simple business synergy, and the common pitfalls that lead to value destruction.

We discuss:

  • The real motivations for M&A, from strategic growth to short-term KPI chasing.

  • Why most deals fail due to poor integration, overpaying, and value misalignment.

  • Strategies for minimizing risk, including staying within your "circle of competency."

  • The challenge of valuing companies in a disruptive tech landscape.

  • Key red flags that investors should watch for in any M&A announcement.

For CEOs, business leaders, and investors, this is a masterclass in the strategic thinking required to navigate the high-stakes world of corporate M&A.

Produced by: Roshan Kanesan, Carol Wong

Presented by: Roshan Kanesan


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Categories:  Corporatesinvestments

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