- Book
- February 2018
- 672 Pages
A hostile takeover is a type of corporate takeover where a bidder acquires a target company against the wishes of the target company's board of directors. It is a form of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) where one company attempts to acquire another without the consent of the target company's board of directors. Hostile takeovers are often characterized by a protracted battle between the bidder and the target company, which can involve a variety of tactics such as proxy fights, tender offers, and open market purchases.
The hostile takeover market has seen a resurgence in recent years, with a number of high-profile deals taking place. These deals have been driven by a variety of factors, including the increasing availability of capital, the rise of activist investors, and the increasing complexity of corporate structures.
Notable companies in the hostile takeover market include Kraft Heinz, AT&T, and Microsoft. Other companies such as Oracle, Dell, and Apple have also been involved in hostile takeover bids in recent years. Show Less Read more
