
This collection of articles explores the role of synergies, particularly relating to diversification and mergers and acquisitions.
Latest articles on synergies

The benefits of related diversification
This article explores the advantages of related diversification – the benefits of synergy from increasing the scope of the firm.

Paper synergies, and why supposed synergies often don’t materialize
This article explores some of the reasons for the discrepancy between expected and realized benefits when firms diversity or merge with others.

Examples of revenue-enhancing synergies
This article considers ways diversification can opportunities to increase sales, with examples of revenue-increasing synergies.

The difference between revenue synergies and cost saving synergies
This article compares key differences between revenue and cost synergies, and why certain synergy benefits may be easier to achieve than others.

What are synergies in diversification?
This article examines the meaning behind synergies in diversification and where the savings and advantages come from.

Examples of cost saving synergies: Cost reductions through diversification
Where do cost-saving synergies come from? This article explores opportunities for savings from related diversification.

The benefits of related diversification
This article explores the advantages of related diversification – the benefits of synergy from increasing the scope of the firm.

Paper synergies, and why supposed synergies often don’t materialize
This article explores some of the reasons for the discrepancy between expected and realized benefits when firms diversity or merge with others.

Examples of revenue-enhancing synergies
This article considers ways diversification can opportunities to increase sales, with examples of revenue-increasing synergies.

The difference between revenue synergies and cost saving synergies
This article compares key differences between revenue and cost synergies, and why certain synergy benefits may be easier to achieve than others.

What are synergies in diversification?
This article examines the meaning behind synergies in diversification and where the savings and advantages come from.

Examples of cost saving synergies: Cost reductions through diversification
Where do cost-saving synergies come from? This article explores opportunities for savings from related diversification.