Discussion

200 words per discussion 

Use the information in the links provided as the reference 

Discussion 1

https://blogs.cfainstitute.org/investor/2019/02/28/aswath-damodaran-on-acquisitions-just-say-no/

1- Are you agree with Mr.Aswath Damodaran about his message for companies? Why, Why not?

2- What are other ways for companies to create value?

3- From your perspective, what are the pros and cons of mergers and acquisitions?

Discussion 2

https://www.shell.com/media/news-and-media-releases/2019/saudi-aramco-to-acquire-shells-share-of-sasref-refining-joint-venture.html

1- What are the costs attached to such a vertical integration?

2- Does the acquisition increase the costs of management?

3- What opportunities does Shell incur out of this?