The Aventis-Sanofi Merger: Role of French Government?
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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.
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BSTR116 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 500;
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ThemesMergers Acquisition and Takeovers |
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17 Pages |
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1998-2004 |
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Aventis SA and Sanofi SA. |
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2004 |
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Not Available |
| Countries
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France |
| Industry |
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Pharmaceutical |
Abstract:
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The case gives a detailed account of the events that led to the merger of two of France's leading pharmaceutical companies, Aventis and Sanofi, to form the third largest pharma company in the world.
It examines the efforts made by Aventis to prevent a hostile takeover attempt by Sanofi.
The case also details the role played by the French government to prevent a possible merger between Swiss-based pharmaceutical company, Novartis and Aventis.
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Issues:
» Merger & Acquisition, Hostile Takeover, Takeover Defense Strategies
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Keywords:
Aventis SA, Sanofi-Synthelabo SA, Novartis AG, French Pharma Industry, Politics and Business Environment, Merger & Acquisition, Hostile Takeover, Takeover Defense Strategies, French Takeover Regulations, Trends in European Pharma Industry, White Knight
The Aventis-Sanofi Merger: Role of French Government?
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