Can AI Play Nice With M&A? Industry Insights From Benchmark International's Latest Issue of The Mark
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Everyone seems to be talking about artificial intelligence (AI) these days, whether the context is positive or negative. But what about AI’s role in the financial space and the world of M&A?
According to Forbes, 65% of senior financial management believe that there will be positive impacts from the use of AI in financial services. But how is the technology actually changing the game?
Below is one of the insightful articles from the latest edition of The Mark publication.
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CAN AI PLAY NICE WITH M&A?
Author: Matthew Kekelis, Senior Transaction Director, Benchmark International
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has been transforming various industries by automating processes, improving decision-making, and enhancing efficiency. The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) industry is no exception, as AI is beginning to play a significant role in the deal-making process.
The M&A industry is a multi-trillion-dollar industry that involves the buying and selling of companies. It is a complex and time-consuming process that requires a great deal of expertise and resources. AI has the potential to revolutionize the M&A industry by automating tasks, improving decision-making, and reducing costs.
Here are some of the ways that AI can be used in the M&A industry:
Sourcing and evaluating potential acquisition targets: AI can be used to analyze vast amounts of data to identify potential acquisition targets. AI can also be used to evaluate the financial performance and future growth prospects of potential targets.
Due diligence: AI can be used to automate tasks such as document review, flagging potential risks, and highlighting relevant information. This can help to streamline the due diligence process and reduce costs.
Post-merger integration: AI can be used to automate tasks such as integrating the operations, culture, and systems of the two companies. This can help to facilitate the integration process and reduce costs.
In addition to these benefits, AI can also help to:
Increase speed and efficiency: AI can automate many of the manual tasks involved in the M&A process, such as data analysis, document review, and due diligence. This can help to speed up the process and free up M&A professionals to focus on more strategic tasks.
Improve accuracy and decision-making: AI can use data to identify patterns and trends that would be difficult for humans to see. This can help M&A professionals make more accurate and informed decisions.
Reduce costs: AI can automate many of the tasks that are currently done manually, which can help to reduce costs.
Increase transparency: AI can provide M&A professionals with a more comprehensive view of the market, which can help them to make more informed decisions.
Enhanced risk management: AI can be used to identify and assess risks, which can help M&A professionals to mitigate risk and make more informed decisions.
Overall, AI has the potential to significantly improve the M&A process by increasing speed and efficiency, improving accuracy and decision-making, reducing costs, increasing transparency, and enhancing risk management.
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ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL:
Benchmark International is a global M&A firm that provides business owners with creative, value-maximizing solutions for growing and exiting their businesses. Benchmark International has handled over $10 billion in transaction value across various industries from offices across the world. With decades of M&A experience, Benchmark International’s transaction teams have assisted business owners with achieving their objectives and ensuring the continued growth of their businesses. The firm has also been named the Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor and the Global M&A Network as well as the #1 Sell-side Exclusive M&A Advisor in the World by Pitchbook’s Global League Tables.
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