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What are some of the defensive tactics that a target firm may employ to block a hostile takeover?

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Question added by Shahbaz Hayder , Group Head of Finance , Sharif Group of Companies
Date Posted: 2015/04/27
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mehfooz alam khan habib khan
by mehfooz alam khan habib khan , Security Incharge , Landmark Group (Emax)

We can use these tactics to block hostile takeover like as emprove operational effeciency with cost reduced, assets revaluation, terminates overfunded pentions etc....

Arslane HATEM
by Arslane HATEM , Associate , Baker McKenzie

Most common tactic is a Poison pill coupled with a Staggered board. Other ways might include a combination of drag alongs, tag alongs, lock-up, sale of crown jewel, parachutes etc...

Sohaib Lodhi
by Sohaib Lodhi , Financial & Operational Analyst , Rely Industries FZCO

one of them is Stock Treasury 

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