The effect of bank relations on investment decisions: an investigation of Japanese takeover bids

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Research indicates that advantages of bank relations are greater for companies with fewer sound investment opportunities when the banking industry is healthy. It is posited that close ties with banks, typically informed creditors, afford companies with improved investment management strategies, which in turn benefit shareholders.

Japan, Statistical Data Included, Acquisitions and mergers, Economic policy, Tender offers (Securities), Tender offers

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Divestitures and divisional investment policies

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Studies on business segment divestment by diversified companies indicate that segment investment efficiency improves significantly after divestiture, which is linked to a diversification discount reduction. The diversification discount is also found to be partially attributable to inefficient investment.

Diversified Companies, Financial management, Organizational history, Divestiture Analysis, Management, Economic aspects, Finance, Investments, Comparative analysis, Company restructuring/company reorganization, Reorganization and restructuring, Corporate divestiture, Divestiture, Company financing, Company organization, Divestment

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CEO Involvement in the Selection of New Board Members: An Empirical Analysis

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The author examine the selection process of corporate directors. Topics include chief executive officers, internal politics, and selection committees.

United States, Evaluation, Corporate directors, Influence, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Chief executive officers, Institutional investments

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