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The episode discusses five key moves to enhance the success of business spinoffs, featuring insights from experts in the field.

More than 55 percent of large spin-offs fail to deliver the expected value three years post-spin; this is true for both the parent and the new company. However, even in today’s complex macro environment, there is plenty of spin activity as companies look outside the portfolio in pursuit of more focused strategies, fit-for-purpose operating models, and optimized capital management. Join us as  Jamie Koenig and Anna Mattson , co-leaders of our Global Separations Practice, discuss their recent article on the topic and step through five critical moves that help increase the odds of spin-off success. They also share a wealth of insights gleaned from several decades of deal experience, including what a new SpinCo CEO should expect.   Related Insights Beating the odds: What really matters for successful spin-offs 2026 M&A trends: Navigating a rapidly rebounding market When separating businesses, people are the key to unleashing value Support the show: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mckinsey-strategy-&-corporate-finance/ See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

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Guests: Jamie Koenig, Anna Mattson

Topics covered

• spinoffs
• value creation
• business strategy
• capital management
• operating models

Keywords

• spinoff success
• business strategy
• capital management
• operating models
• deal experience

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Organizations: McKinsey & Company

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