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Themes and Research Developments on Mergers and Acquisitions in Finance and Banking

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  • Fang-Mei Tseng
  • Nguyen B. Ngoc Jade
  • Louis Y u-Y ang Lu

    (College of Management, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan)

Abstract

This study examines the developmental trajectories of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) research in finance and banking, addressing gaps in prior reviews. Using the Girvan-Newman clustering method and main path analysis (MPA), it analyzes 7,748 publications from Web of Science and Scopus. Findings reveal three key stages in financial M&A research and highlight efficiency gains and shareholder value in banking M&A. This study is among the first to use the Girvan-Newman clustering method and MPA to systematically trace M&A research evolution, offering insights into knowledge progression and future research opportunities, enhancing understanding of M&A’s impact in finance and banking.

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  • Fang-Mei Tseng & Nguyen B. Ngoc Jade & Louis Y u-Y ang Lu, 2025. "Themes and Research Developments on Mergers and Acquisitions in Finance and Banking," Review of Development Finance Journal, Chartered Institute of Development Finance, vol. 15(1), pages 26-36.
    • Handle: RePEc:afj:journ3:v:15:y:2025:i:1:p:26-36
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    Keywords

    Mergers and acquisitions; Girvan-Newman clustering; Main path analysis; Critical path analysis; Finance & Economics; Banking & Financial Services Industry;
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    JEL classification:

    • G34 - Financial Economics - - Corporate Finance and Governance - - - Mergers; Acquisitions; Restructuring; Corporate Governance
    • G21 - Financial Economics - - Financial Institutions and Services - - - Banks; Other Depository Institutions; Micro Finance Institutions; Mortgages
    • C80 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs - - - General
    • D83 - Microeconomics - - Information, Knowledge, and Uncertainty - - - Search; Learning; Information and Knowledge; Communication; Belief; Unawareness

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