The Leverage in M&A Transactions
Leverage as a strategic tool used by companies to finance their operations.
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POISON PILLs – AN EXAMPLE OF PRACTICAL APPLICATION
An example of a Poison Pill: Netflix and the defense against raider Carl Icahn.
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The White Knight: Pros and Cons of a Strategic Option in Mergers and Acquisitions
The White Knight can be an opportunity for a company facing a hostile takeover... or not; it is an assessment to be made on a case-by-case basis.
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The White Knight for the Improvement of the Prospects of the Designated Prey
The white knight to fend off the attempt of a hostile takeover and improve the prospects of the designated target.
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POISON PILLS: A DEFENSE STRATEGY AGAINST HOSTILE TAKEOVERS
One of the defensive techniques used by companies to prevent or make a hostile takeover more difficult is the poison pill. Boards of Directors resort to it to avoid unwanted or unsolicited bids.
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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MANAGERS AND SHAREHOLDERS - THE AGENCY THEORY
The agency theory describes the relationship between principals and agents within an organization. The former delegate a series of tasks and responsibilities to the latter. This theory highlights the risk of misalignment between the objectives of the two parties.
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information asymmetries
In economics, information asymmetries occur when one party in a transaction possesses superior or more detailed information compared to the other, thereby having an advantage over the other party.
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Price vs. Value in M&A Transactions: A Fundamental Distinction
The value of a company is a subjective measure that varies depending on the perspective of the buyer and the seller. Conversely, the price is the actual amount paid for the acquisition of a company.
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The Role of Directors in Hostile Takeovers
What is the role of directors in hostile takeovers, their responsibilities, the defensive strategies that can be adopted, and the challenges they must face?
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The Winner's Curse – When Winning Means Losing
In the world of auctions, negotiations, and economic theory, there is an intriguing paradox known as the winner's curse. This phenomenon occurs when the winner of an auction or a negotiation realizes that they have paid an excessive price compared to the actual value.
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