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Definition of Due Diligence


   

Definition:

The process by which persons conduct inquiries for the purposes of timely, sufficient and accurate disclosure of all material statements/information or documents which may influence the outcome of the transaction.

Due diligence is a critical component in mergers and acquisitions.

Related Terms:

Acquisition
Appraisal
Business Valuation

Related Information:

Business Valuation
Buying a Business
Why Merge?

Related Books:

The Art of M&A Due Diligence
Due Diligence for Global Deal Making
More Books about Mergers and Acquisitions

 

 

 

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