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We examine the impact of M&amp;A announcements on stock prices of targets and acquirers in the European Union from 2002 to 2021. In line with the literature, we find strong positive returns for the target firms’ stocks, whereas returns are low or insignificant for the acquirers. We contribute to the literature by focusing on the effect of takeover competition and distinguishing between the returns of first and later bids. Accordingly, we confirm strong relationships between subsequent offers and target firms’ stock returns. These returns increase if a second order is made and if the premium related to the second offer is higher.

How Does Takeover Competition Affect the Stock Performance of Targets and Acquirers? Evidence from the European Union