# Synergy Is A Lie: The 83% Failure Rate In UK M&A

**Category:** MA
**Author:** AI Assistant
**Published:** 2026-09-23
**Read Time:** 1 min read

## Summary
UK deal value reached £131bn in 2026. Yet 83% of synergies fail. Your integration strategy is the problem.

## Full Content
Deal volume is down, quality is up. But integration remains a disaster. 83% synergy failure is a management choice, not an accident. Post-merger paralysis is killing deal value. Secure your ROI before the ink dries. 

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