Select one merger acquisition that went into effect between January 2015 and March 2020. For this merger/acquisition:
a) Provide a brief description and history of the firms involved .identify the industry sector this belongs to and the exchange/s where they are listed and the ticker symbol of the acquiring or merged firm.
b) Describe the industry and the type of competition the firms face.
Discuss whether it is a vertical, horizontal or conglomerate merger. Describe whether this is a friendly unfriendly merger or acquisition. Are there concerns regarding this merger acquisition? Explain what the concerns are from the viewpoint of various stakeholders.
c) Discuss the following financial principles: synergy gains, issues pertaining to risk reduction , effect of the merger/ acquisition on PE ratios, stock prices, the size of merger premiums, valuation and impact on management.
