Keeping eBay and PayPal together beyond 2015 "clearly becomes less advantageous to each business," says eBay CEO John Donahoe.
For years boards of directors avoided contact with investors but that could change if one shareholder group gets its way.
Activist investing meets activist government.
The pressure on companies from activist shareholders continues to grow.
Yes, says a CFO who has done both. Computer-maker Dell may be in for a walk on the private side, but a wild ride is in store for the finance team no matter which buyout bid shareholders select.
“We believe the board’s sudden rush to sell is triggered by one thing: Mr. Dell’s desire to buy.”
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