This paper presents an approach for assessing turnaround opportunities that entails both pre- and post-turnaround valuation considerations, as well as exit planning. The approach is illustrated by way of the Scott Paper Company (Scott) turnaround. In April of 1994, Scott appointed “Chainsaw”...

Purpose – This paper seeks to propose a definition of strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) that is illustrated by way of case study. It also aims to introduce the strategic concept of “nascent franchise.” Design/methodology/approach – The proposed definition is based on existing...

There are three well-known phases of leveraged buyouts (LBOs): the initial or classic LBO phase, the breakup value phase and the strategic LBO phase. The start of each of these phases is subjective, but the general phase-by-phase progression seems clear. Following the phase progression through...

Purpose: Assess the value and risks of Disney's 2009 $4 billion acquisition of the Marvel Entertainment Group (Marvel) in a case study utilizing the modern Graham and Dodd valuation approach.Design/methodology/approach: Presents a detailed valuation of Marvel in 2009 drawing on previously...

On February 14, 2013 it was announced that Heinz was being taken private by Berkshire Hathaway and their Brazilian private equity partner, 3G Capital, at a price approximately 20% higher than Heinz's February 13th stock price, which was eight times Heinz's book value. These are not the kind of...