Mergers and Acquisitions | Page 6

Melding cultural elements speeds up the success of a new business entity.

The Marriott-Starwood combination will create the world's largest hotel chain.

More than a year ago, Staples offered to buy Office Depot in a transaction then valued at about $5.5 billion, pressured by declining sales in the office supplies sector and the rise of rivals.

Terms of the deal weren't disclosed, but it was a lifesaver for Drip, which just a few weeks back announced it had to shut its doors.