M&A & Merger Models
How long does a typical sell-side M&A process take from kickoff to close, and what drives the variance?
Model answer
A typical sell-side auction runs roughly 6 months from kickoff to closing, but it varies widely (anywhere from ~3 to 12+ months). Rough breakdown: preparation 4–8 weeks (diligence on the seller,…
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