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Agree with the above (albeit I suspect that was a European response). For US deals, particularly rep and warranty deals:

  • Purchase price and structure (earn-outs defined properly, etc.)
  • Definitions of cash, indebtedness, transaction expenses
  • NWC definition and peg
  • Time between sign/close and stage gates (e.g., are you required to close once HSR approval is received?)

Separately, it's important to review disclosure schedules when ready to flag any known areas of concern (known attrition, litigation, etc.).

 

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