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Mergers and Acquisitions, Take-Over
C/F/1425. Dissertation. Financial benefits of merger between Grenada Co-operative Nutmeg Association and Grenada Cocoa Association
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- 2012
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The dissertation examines the merger between two agricultural companies, Grenada Co-operative Nutmeg Association (GCNA) and Grenada Cocoa Association (GCA). Literature is reviewed on the features of agricultural cooperatives and the theory of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) focusing on the factors that affect merger decisions, and highlighting advantages and disadvantages of M&A. The methodology of the research includes the analysis of secondary data using statistical methods of regression, analysis of variance (ANOVA), etc., and the analysis of primary data obtained via a questionnaire distributed among the farmers from both associations. Conclusions are made about the efficiency of the GCNA and GCA merger and its effects on the farmers.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, financial benefits, merger, Grenada Co-operative Nutmeg Association, Grenada Cocoa Association, agricultural companies,
C/F/1376. Takeover appraisal for Clegg Plc and Cameron Plc
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- 3050
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- 2012
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- 39.99 GBP
This paper evaluates two fictional companies, Clegg Plc and Cameron Plc. Clegg Plc is trying to take over Cameron Plc, and the paper is based on the valuation of Cameron PLC. The paper examines data based on the next five years. The paper discusses cash flow discounting, cost of capital, sales growth rate, corporation tax rate, and profit margins. The cost of equity is examined through use of the CAPM model, and the paper then performs a shareholder value analysis. Genetic algorithms and managerial decision-making are both evaluated before conclusions are made.
KEYWORDS: Shareholder Value Analysis, cash flows, investment, cost of capital, debt, Genetic algorithms, managerial decision-making, Clegg Plc, Cameron Plc, takeover,
C/F/1335. Examination of the merger between Easytrip and Royalair
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- 2400
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- 2010
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This paper examines the pre and post merger of Easytrip and Royalair. The case study is outlined, as is the concept of mergers. The paper uses three tools to assess the effects of the merger, estimation of demand model, estimation of supply model and counter-factual analysis. The results are provided, and the paper concludes by summarising the findings.
KEYWORDS: Pre merger, post merger, Easytrip, Royalair, mergers, estimation of demand model, estimation of supply model, counter-factual analysis,
C/F/1325. Takeover appraisal for Clegg Plc and Cameron Plc
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- 3050
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 39.99 GBP
This paper evaluates two fictional companies, Clegg Plc and Cameron Plc. Clegg Plc is trying to take over Cameron Plc, and the paper is based on the valuation of Cameron PLC. The paper examines data based on the next five years. The paper discusses cash flow discounting, cost of capital, sales growth rate, corporation tax rate, and profit margins. The cost of equity is examined through use of the CAPM model, and the paper then performs a shareholder value analysis. Genetic algorithms and managerial decision-making are both evaluated before conclusions are made.
KEYWORDS: Shareholder Value Analysis, cash flows, investment, cost of capital, debt, Genetic algorithms, managerial decision-making, Clegg Plc, Cameron Plc, takeover,
C/F/1202. Malbec's Acquisition Strategy towards Roback Plc
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- 2900
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the attractiveness of Roback’s acquisition for Malbec Plc estimating the maximum price that Malbec Plc can offer for each Roback’s share, identifying the interests and concerns of both parties, evaluating available alternatives, discussing strategies that could improve Malbec's earnings per share over the next five years, etc.
KEYWORDS: Malbec, Acquisition Strategy, Roback, share prise,
C/F/1173. An examination of employee morale after an acquisition: case study Lunchbox UK Ltd
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- 1100
- DATE:
- 2011
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- 19.99 GBP
This paper examines the acquisition of a canteen style restaurant by Lunchbox UK Ltd. The paper aims to examine HRM and mismanagement, and discusses the challenge that the manager has in restoring employee morale. The study provides recommendations to rectify the issues within the organisational structure.
KEYWORDS: Acquisition, restaurant, Lunchbox UK Ltd, HRM, mismanagement, employee morale, organisational structure,
C/F/1127. British Petroleum and the Gulf of Mexico Crisis: Mergers and Acquisitions
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- 2011
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This paper examines British Petroleum (BP) and the Gulf of Mexico crisis in relation to mergers and acquisitions (M&A). The paper begins by documenting the events that involved BP and the Gulf of Mexico. The paper is then split into three sections, the first of which discusses the arguments that support the acquisition of BP, whilst the second section examines the reasons against acquisition of BP. The final section examines M&A in more detail, and provides information on the concept.
KEYWORDS: British Petroleum, BP, Gulf of Mexico, mergers and acquisitions, M&A!,
C/F/1027. Dissertation. Critical examination of mergers and acquisitions in the oil industry
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- 13500
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- DATE:
- 2011
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- 139.99 GBP
This dissertation aims to estimate the degree of successful mergers for the acquiring companies in the oil industry over the past 20 years. The objectives of the study are to estimate the short term abnormal returns for bidding companies and to estimate the ratio of the successful mergers in the total sample of mergers and acquisitions. The background to the study, along with the structure of the dissertation is discussed. The literature review outlines different types of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), namely horizontal, vertical, and conglomerate mergers. The theory behind M&A is provided, as is the impact of M&A on shareholders. The methodology is provided in detail, and data is collected through use of the Thomson One Banker database. The rest of the dissertation focuses on the results and analysis sections of the study, and conclusions are made regarding recommendations for the future. This paper is supported with full statistical data.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, mergers, acquisitions, oil industry, bidding companies, horizontal mergers, vertical mergers, conglomerate mergers, shareholders!,
C/F/1013. Why do companies consider mergers and acquisitions: case study BP
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- 3400
- DATE:
- 2011
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This paper aims to examine why companies consider mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and uses BP as a case study. BP is discussed in direct reference to their 2010 gulf of Mexico oil spill. The paper discusses why other oil companies would want to merge with, or take over BP. The paper provides the background to the company to begin with. This is followed by an analysis of reasons for M & A and their role in business strategy. The reasons discussed include obtaining assets, economies of scale and scope, eliminating a competitor, and the role of the government. Issues specific to BP are also discussed. Conclusions are made regarding the best solutions for BP and their competitors.
KEYWORDS: Mergers, acquisitions, BP, gulf of Mexico oil spill, take over, business strategy!,
C/F/910. Monmouth Inc. Harvard Business School case study analysis
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- 1800
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- Statistical Data
- DATE:
- 2010
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This paper analyses the Harvard Business School case study ‘Monmouth Inc’ by Thomas R. Piper and Heide Abelli. The case study focuses on the failed attempts to take over Robertson Tool Company, and the paper aims to evaluate merger and acquisition (M&A) offers. The paper examines the Robertson tool valuation methods, followed by an analysis of the DCF model and WACC analysis. The paper concludes with ways Monmouth Inc can successfully acquire Robertson Tool company. The paper includes spreadsheet detailing the statistical evidence for the case.
KEYWORDS: Monmouth Inc, Harvard Business School, Robertson Tool Company, merger and acquisition, M&A, DCF model, WACC analysis,
S/F/266. Overview of Active Gear Inc's Business acquisition of Mercury Athletic
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- 2900
- DATE:
- 2010
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This paper analyses Active Gear, Inc (AGI), a private footwear company and their consideration of possible acquisitions of Mercury Athletic, a sub division of West Coast Fashions Inc (WCF). The paper analyses the footwear industry overall, and then focuses on comparing both companies and by performing a financial comparison. The paper then goes onto analyse the value of Mercury Athletic, by performing free cash flow analysis, weighted average cost of capital analysis, terminal value analysis, and a sensitivity analysis. This is done to further determine whether AGI should continue with the acquisition, and the paper concludes with a short conclusion suggesting if the acquisition is beneficial for AGI.
KEYWORDS: Acquisition, Active Gear Inc, AGI, Mercury Athletic, West Coast Fashions Inc, WCF, footwear industry, free cash flow, weighted average cost, terminal value, sensitivity analysis,
C/F/765. Proposal. Short-term and Long-term Gains to US Bidders from Domestic and Cross-Border Acquisitions
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- 1000
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper proposes research into the advantages and disadvantages of different acquisition strategies using a case study of US acquisitions at home and abroad. The background and objectives of the research are outlined, literature on related topics is briefly reviewed, the methodology and the limitations of the proposed research are indicated.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, Short-term and Long-term Gains to US Bidders from Domestic and Cross-Border Acquisitions,
C/F/724. Financial Analysis of Lloyds TSB Group & HBOS merger
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- 4950
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- 2010
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The paper looks at the financial aspects of the acquisition of HBOS by Lloyds TSB Group. The stages of consumer loan appraisal in commercial banking are reviewed, financial analysis of Lloyds TSB Group performance in 2004-2008 prior to the merger is conducted, HBOS lending policy before the merger is examined concluding that Lloyds overpaid for HBOS and took on the financial burden of the target.
KEYWORDS: Financial Analysis, Lloyds TSB Group, HBOS, merger, acquisition, consumer loan, commercial banking,
C/F/630. Valuation of Bellingham's potential acquisition of American Creations
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- 3600
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- 2010
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The paper evaluates the option of acquiring the US company American Creations by the UK company Bellingham, a manufacturer of kitchen furniture. The acquisition is validated from the perspective of Bellingham’s international expansion and diversification of their business operations. Information is provided about Bellingham’s financial position estimating the risks and returns of the acquisition. Valuation of the investment is conducted using Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), cost of capital estimation, etc.
KEYWORDS: Appraisal, valuation, Bellingham, American Creations, CAPM, cost of capital estimation,
C/F/615. Dissertation. Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions in France over 2002-2005
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- 9900
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- CARs
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- 2009
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- 99.99 GBP
The dissertation looks at the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) that took place in France during 2002-2005 seeking to identify who benefited most from the deal: the bidding companies’ shareholders or the target companies’ shareholders. Literature is reviewed on the theory of M&A detailing the motives behind corporate takeovers, identifying the features of cross-border acquisitions as opposed to domestic M&A, etc. The research is based on the quantitative data retrieved from statistical online sources and qualitative data obtained from secondary sources. The methods of the study include the estimation of cumulative abnormal returns (CAR) of bidders and targets. Conclusions are made about the wealth gains for target and bidder shareholders in the studied M&A.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, CAR, cumulative abnormal return, mergers and acquisitions, M&A, shareholders, expected returns, cross-border acquisition,
C/F/613. Dissertation. Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions in France over 2002-2005
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- 13100
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- 2009
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- 139.99 GBP
The dissertation looks at international mergers and acquisition (M&A) investigating whether shareholders of bidding or target companies benefit most from the deal. The review of literature touches on M&A theory analysing the motives for M&A from synergetic, strategic, operational and other perspectives, the impacts of M&A on companies involved, the factors affecting shareholder returns, types of bids, etc. A study is conducted of M&A in French companies over the period of 2002-2005 using the methods of quantitative statistic research to identify cumulative abnormal returns observed in the studied period. Conclusions are made about short-term, middle-term and long-term impacts of M&A on the French bidder and target firms engaged in domestic and international merger operations.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, mergers and acquisitions, M&A, French companies,
C/F/609. Dissertation. Effects of Mergers and Acquisitions on Performance of Financial Institutions: Case Study of RBS and NatWest
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- 8600
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 89.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the outcomes of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for purchased firms and acquiring firms, presenting arguments in favour and against M&A, and seeking to identify whether M&A always improve financial performance of the companies involved. References are made to related economic theories and real-life scenarios. The methods of the research are based on the deductive approach to the proposed hypothesis and a case study of National Westminster Bank's (NatWest) acquisition by Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) in 2000. Financial ratios and indicators before and after the merger are analyzed, M&A effect on shareholders' returns is evaluated. Conclusions are made about the benefits of the merger for the target company shareholders and for the acquiring company shareholders.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A, Royal Bank of Scotland, RBS, National Westminster Bank, NatWest, shareholder returns,
C/F/602. Merger between Chrysler and Daimler-Benz
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- 2200
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- 2009
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The paper examines the merger between two automobile companies, Chrysler and Daimler-Benz of 1998 describing the background of both companies and the situation that preceded the merger, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of both companies, identifying the goals and the main drivers of the merger, the high and low values of the companies, the risks involved in the merger, etc. Recommendations suggested for the combination of Daimler-Benz and Chrysler are reviewed, conclusions are made about the outcome of the merger.
KEYWORDS: Chrysler, Daimler-Benz, DaimlerChrysler, Merger, Discounted cash flow approach, negotiate,
C/F/554. Valuation of American Creations as acquisition target for Bellingham plc
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- 3000
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper looks at plan of the UK company Bellingham plc to expand internationally through the acquisition of American Creations. Both, the buyer company and the target of potential acquisition are described, the opportunities offered by the deal are explored including a foreign market entry and business diversification. Various methods of valuation are applied including ratio analysis, Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), cost of capital estimation, etc.
KEYWORDS: Appraisal, valuation, Bellingham, American Creations, CAPM, WACC, ratios,
C/F/497. M&A transaction between Whole Foods Market and Wild Oats Markets
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- 1250
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper examines the merger process between the Whole Foods Market Inc (WFMI) and the Wild Oats Markets, Inc. (OATS) looking at the legal aspects of following agreement in terms of Monopoly Risk with comparison to overall situation in food retail market and leading rivals. Additional focus is given to Federal Trade Commission court case in relation to the breach of antitrust polices.
KEYWORDS: Monopoly, Whole Foods Market, Wild Oats Markets, merger and acquisition, M&A,
C/F/544. Mergers & Acquisitions: nature, benefits, and consequences
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- 2009
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The paper examines the nature, benefits, and consequences of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) considering their relations with the macro-economic conditions of a particular country and focusing on M&A effects on the country's investment climate. It is argued whether M&A make it more risky or less risky for investors to conduct business the country.
KEYWORDS: Mergers, Acquisitions, Economics, Investment, Risk,
S/F/218. Accounting issues in UK companies: theory and cases study
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- 2500
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- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the UK Companies Acts, accounting standards and accounting concepts analysing their impact on the users of financial statements. A case study is conducted of the suggested acquisition of Sportique by International Sports Distributors analysing their accounts for 2006-2007 and making recommendations about the proposed purchase of Sportique.
KEYWORDS: f, accounting, issues, uk, companies, theory, study,
S/F/212. Reasons and key risks for international investment decision about FDI and Merger & Acquisition: case study of Stankievwicz GmbH
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- 1800
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the trends in growth and decline of foreign direct investment (FDI) and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) over 1999-2008 examining the reasons behind these trends and using the German company Stankievwicz GmbH as a case study to illustrate the process of investment decision making and evaluation of accompanying risks.
KEYWORDS: Stankievwicz GmbH, foreign direct investment, FDI, Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A,
S/F/195. Mergers and acquisitions: theory and case study
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- 5500
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- 2009
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- 59.99 GBP
The paper examines the nature of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) presenting statistics on M&A over the past decade, accounting for the increase in merger activity, outlining M&A types and resources, identifying the reasons behind M&A, describing alternatives to M&A, M&A strategies, M&A legal framework, etc. Motives for M&A in the banking sector are considered using the example of Deutsche Bank and United Financial Group (UFG) merger and discussing their work in Russia.
KEYWORDS: Mergers and acquisitions, M&A, Deutsche Bank, United Financial Group,
C/F/270. Merger and acquisition (M&A) of Lenovo and IBM
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- 1500
- DATE:
- 2008
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper analyses the merger and acquisition (M&A) of Lenovo and IBM exploring the mechanisms of the M&A, and evaluating some of the consequences of the merger for both firms. The reasons behind M&A, and the benefits and risks associated with M&A are described.
KEYWORDS: Merger, acquisition, M&A Lenovo IBM Finance Cross-border M&A,
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