Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a pivotal role in the corporate finance world, involving complex processes that require the integration of financial, strategic, and legal expertise. Commercial input is crucial in M&A transactions as it offers valuable insights into the financial and strategic aspects of the deal. This input typically comes from various stakeholders, such as investment bankers, financial advisors, accountants, and corporate managers. Their role is to assess the value, risks, and potential benefits of the transaction. Legal input is equally important, ensuring regulatory compliance, negotiating and drafting the necessary contracts and legal documentation, mitigating legal risks, and resolving disputes that may arise during the process. At the heart of any M&A transaction is the negotiation and drafting of the Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA), which sets the terms of the deal and provides a clear framework for the transaction's execution and future obligations. Effective collaboration between commercial and legal teams is essential for a successful M&A deal.
