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Provide the theoretical and practical analysis of international mergers and acquisitions.
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Introduction This report aims to provide the theoretical and practical analysis of international mergers and acquisitions. The case chosen in this report is the acquisition of BP Amoco and Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO). Only secondary research was used in this report. The collected data about this acquisition primarily came from the Internet and the Financial Times CDROM. Rationale of International Mergers and Acquisitions 'Mergers and acquisitions have become the most dramatic demonstration of vision and strategy in the corporate world. With one single move you can change the course of your company, the careers of your managers and create value for your shareholders.' (Puranam, 2000) Mergers and acquisitions have been classified into three categories: (Arnold, 2002) Horizontal In a horizontal merger or acquisition two companies that are engaged in similar business are combined. Vertical Vertical mergers or acquisitions take place when firms from different stages of the production chain combine. Conglomerate A conglomerate merger or...
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