In Strategy Highlight 9.2, Kraft is shown to be prone to using hostile takeovers. These acquisitions are

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In Strategy Highlight 9.2, Kraft is shown to be prone to using hostile takeovers. These acquisitions are completed over the objections of the acquired firm. As noted in the text, mergers and acquisitions sometimes have difficulty creating enhanced competitive advantage. In your group discuss what additional burdens a hostile takeover must overcome to generate positive advantages for the acquiring company. How is a hostile takeover more difficult than a cooperative merger or acquisition?

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Strategic Management

ISBN: 978-1260261288

5th Edition

Authors: Frank Rothaermel

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