1. While acquisitions are often friendly, there are numerous occasions when a party does not want...

 

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1. While acquisitions are often friendly, there are numerous occasions when a party does not want to be acquired. Discuss possible defensive strategies that firms can implement to fend off a hostile takeover attempt. 2. Discuss the conditions under which the SEC would assume a presumption of control. Additionally, under what circumstances might consolidation be required even though the parent does not control the subsidiary? When would it not be appropriate to consolidate when more than 50% of the voting stock is held? 1. While acquisitions are often friendly, there are numerous occasions when a party does not want to be acquired. Discuss possible defensive strategies that firms can implement to fend off a hostile takeover attempt. 2. Discuss the conditions under which the SEC would assume a presumption of control. Additionally, under what circumstances might consolidation be required even though the parent does not control the subsidiary? When would it not be appropriate to consolidate when more than 50% of the voting stock is held?