Use the Internet to research a publicly traded company that has undergone a “hostile” merger or acquisition within the last 5 years. Take note of the circumstances surrounding the merger or acquisition.
1. Examine the motivations for a bidder to be interested in acquiring a target firm?
2. Identify the takeover tactics employed by the bidder. Explain why each was used
3. What alternative strategies could bidder has pursued?
4. Identify the takeover defenses employed by the target firm. Explain why each was used.