Ms updating will include new examples and anecdotes. More illustrations and charts will be helpful to the reader. Two major changes in the M and (ii) international transactions. Based on Hookes teaching experience with executives and his interpretation of the new environment, there is the idea to add chapters on these specific topics: International (Developed Country) M&A, Emerging Markets M&A ( e.g., China, India), Natural Resource Valuation, M&A and Market Crashes, Hostile Takeovers/Proxy Fights, Special Deals (Tax Loss, Reverse Mergers, Bankruptcy) and Deal Structuring (Legal and Tax).