Bain & Company
Retail Merger Due Diligence
A private equity firm is evaluating the merger of two regional grocery chains. Assess the strategic logic and integration risks.
Positions Using This Case Type
What to Expect
Structured Mode
Step-by-step guided practice. Perfect for beginners or learning new case types.
- 1Merger Rationale
- 2Target Analysis
- 3Synergy Estimation
- 4Recommendation
Live Interview Mode
Realistic conversational practice with an AI interviewer. Best for interview prep.
- Real-time conversation with AI
- Data exhibits shared mid-interview
- Follow-up questions based on your answers
- End case when ready for evaluation
Tips for Success
Start by asking clarifying questions to understand the situation and objectives
Use a structured framework (like MECE) to organize your thinking
When given data, take time to analyze before jumping to conclusions
Synthesize your findings into a clear, actionable recommendation
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Jumping into analysis without first understanding the problem and objectives
Being too narrow in your framework - consider multiple dimensions
Making recommendations without supporting them with data from the case