Corporate governance issues in M&A transactions. The case of Fiat-Chrysler

Abstract

This paper deals with two engaging concepts: corporate governance and mergers and acquisitions. Despite they have been largely studied on a stand-alone basis, this essay aims to emphasize their interconnections by analyzing the characteristics of M&As through the lens of governance practices. After a brief introduction, the analysis will be mainly focused on the internal governance conditions of the two merging companies that affect the transaction. Some hints will be also given with reference to the external conditions and to the corporate governance consequences for the New Coafter the acquisition.