New drivers and challenges in a multi-polar world

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to explore current trends in multi-polar world with the aim of assessing new drivers and challenges in cross-border M & A.

Design/methodology/approach

A case study analysis of cross-border M & A is described and discussed.

Findings

The paper indicates strategic motivations and implementation challenges of cross-border M & A under current pressures of a world characterized by multiple centers of economic power.

Originality/value

This paper evidence new direction in cross-border M & A research for reinterpreting existing paradigms and developing new ones.

Citation

Caiazza, R. (2016), "New drivers and challenges in a multi-polar world", Benchmarking: An International Journal, Vol. 23 No. 2, pp. 329-337. https://doi.org/10.1108/BIJ-10-2013-0100