The quality (and track record) of corporate M&A ranges from incredibly smart deals through to corporate disasters. One thing is for sure: results may vary when you see companies announcing large transactions. After dedicating Magic Markets Premium this week to the proposed Keurig Dr Pepper - JDE Peet's transaction, which has all the makings of a mess, we decided to use our free show to discuss more fundamental principles around M&A and why large deals are often a flop. It almost always comes down to the same problem: misalignment between management and shareholders. We also brought some balance to the discussion by looking at great examples of successful M&A strategies both in South Africa and abroad.  As always, this podcast is a way to share our ideas with listeners and drive debate. It is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as financial advice.