Mergers, done right, are key to growth
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Mergers ride high on the business agenda, as established companies struggle for growth in a slow economy and startups scramble for an exit strategy in a weak market for initial public offerings.
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All the right ingredients for a leveraged buyout.
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Phenomenal growth with minimal marketing -- it can be done.
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The merger is another step in the consolidation of the information technology industry as it matures.
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Regions Financial continues to wring savings from a recent merger.
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The company is not flashy, but it may benefit from long-term trends.
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The proposed merger could result in significant cost savings to Wall StreetÂs largest firms.
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Management's predictions turn out to be right on target.
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Mergers and acquisitions have played an enormous role in the U.S. economy during the past several decades, but sometimes the results have been bad for consumers.  Similarly, consolidation in the mutual fund business has sometimes hurt fund investors.
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Diversified, international growth is the key to GE's future.
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An acquisition focuses on a market with strong growth potential.
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Don't forget about financial strength and competitive forces.
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The once-troubled software company is putting in place the ingredients for growth.
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Look at the big picture to find great companies.
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Both companies get shareholder nod for $11 billion merger intended to improve efficiencies, competitive muscle.
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The maker of office furniture generates solid growth.
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By Andrew Leckey  Let's make a deal: With merger mania a global phenomenon in 2006, average investors are wondering which companies might be snapped up next.  Giant companies in a variety of industries have been seeking quick growth.  In telecommunications, AT&T Inc.