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INSTRUCTIONS: Risks and market reaction (5 marks)
\nAnalyse the deal risks and identify possible mitigation strategies. For example: What risks exist for the
\nacquirer in undertaking this transaction? What approvals would have to be sought before the takeover could
\nbe completed? What are the relevant regulatory risks? What can you learn from sector precedents? What
\nwould be the likely response of target shareholders, and how could this be best managed? How could the
\nbidder\u2019s strategy manage these risks? What has been the market reaction to the deal evolution so far?<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


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REFERENCES : IN APA 7TH, JUST USE MY REFERENCES<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n


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Risks and Market Reaction<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

1.       
\n<\/span><\/span><\/span>Regulatory
\nApproval<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Considering
\nthe nature of WAE being a UK-based company, FMG will need to face regulatory
\nreviews in both the UK and Australia. Given the fact that WAE\u2019s key position in
\nthe electrification market, authorities such as the Australian Competition
\n& Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority
\ncould raise concerns about monopolistic tendencies and reduced competition in
\nthe electrification technology market (ACCC, 2023). The ACCC could argue
\nthat the acquisition might limit innovation and market options. Less
\ncompetition could lead to an increase in price due to a rise in technological
\nsolutions cost. This would negatively impact customers and partners throughout
\nthe supply chain. The ACCC is expected to engage with various industry
\nstakeholders who might potentially raise objections to the acquisition process,
\nincreasing the uncertainty of the approval of the deal. Therefore, the strategic
\ngoals of the acquisition might be jeopardized since strict regulatory
\nconditions may hinder the anticipated benefits and synergies FMG hopes to
\nachieve. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span>Failure to deal with these regulatory concerns might
\nlead to delays in the acquisition process, imposition of strict conditions, or
\neven the risk of the acquisition being rejected entirely. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Mitigation
\nStrategy:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

FMG
\ncan deal with these potential risks early on by engaging with regulators such
\nas ACCC and other relevant authorities as early as possible. This can be done
\nby proposing clear commitments to maintain fair competition such as offering
\nopen licensing agreements or voluntarily divesting certain parts of FMG\u2019s
\nbusiness that might be seen as anti-competitive. Drawing from the precedent set
\nby Microsoft\u2019s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, where similar proactive
\nmeasures helped secure regulatory approval (Gomes et al., 2019). Likewise,
\nSonic Healthcare\u2019s acquisition of Healthscope depicted the importance of early
\nengagement with regulators <\/span><\/span>(Sonic Healthcare, 2012). Therefore, FMG can follow a similar approach by
\nshowing its willingness to cooperate in maintaining market fairness by
\nproposing divestments to gain regulatory approval. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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2.       
\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Integration
\nRisks<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Significant
\nchallenges associated with the acquisition remain even after obtaining
\nregulatory approval and shareholder support. Achieving the planned synergies
\nand economies of scale depends on how effectively FMG and WAE can be
\nintegrated. Achieving synergies and economies of scale depends on smooth
\nintegration, but challenges like cultural differences, operational
\nmisalignment, and IT incompatibilities could hinder this (<\/span><\/span>Gomes
\net al., 2019). Without a well-planned integration, the deal risks could impose a
\nfinancial burden on FMG, with unexpected costs and disruptions diluting FMG\u2019s
\npotential value (Moffett et al., 2014).<\/p>\n

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Mitigation Strategy: <\/p>\n

FMG should prioritize creating a
\nclear integration plan that focuses on aligning cultures, IT systems, and
\noperations. Conducting joint workshops can ease cultural differences, while
\ninvesting in IT solutions will help minimize system incompatibilities. One
\nuseful precedent is the successful merger of Dow and DuPont where dedicated
\nintegration teams and continuous communication helped manage complex
\nintegration challenges (Gomes, et al., 2019). Therefore, FMG can adopt a
\nsimilar approach to achieve smooth transition and mitigate these integration
\nrisks. <\/p>\n

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3.       
\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Foreign
\nExchange Risk<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

As
\nWAE is a UK-based company, currency fluctuations between the British Pound
\n(GBP) and Australian Dollar (AUD) could lead to increased acquisition costs or
\nimpact the financial performance of the combined entity (Coyle, 2016). If the
\ntransaction period is prolonged, the exchange rate volatility might become a
\nserious risk to FMG. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Mitigation
\nStrategy: <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Upon
\nmitigating this risk, FMG can adopt hedging strategies like forward contracts
\nor options, to lock in favorable exchange rates and stabilize acquisition
\ncosts. This could help minimize the impact of significant currency movements,
\nensuring the financial predictability of the deal. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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4.       
\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Financial
\nRisk<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Financing
\nthe acquisition could increase FMG\u2019s debt levels, potentially affecting its
\ncredit rating and financial flexibility. Excessive leverage might limit future
\ninvestments, thereby impacting long-term growth (Kenton, 2023). <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Mitigation
\nStrategy: <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Upon
\nmitigating this risk, FMG could follow a useful precedent by Qualicomm\u2019s
\nacquisition of NXP which demonstrated of how using a mix of financing can
\nmaintain financial stability and flexibility. Therefore, combining a balanced
\ndebt-to-equity ratio will maintain liquidity and reassure investors. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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5.       
\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Shareholder
\nApproval<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

For a
\nsuccessful acquisition, it is essential to secure the support of both WAE and
\nFMG shareholders. Higher premium might be pushed by WAE\u2019s shareholders
\nespecially if they feel that the current offer undervalues the company\u2019s
\npotential. On the other hand, FMG\u2019s shareholders might raise associated risks
\nof integrating a new technology-centered business (<\/span><\/span>Moffett et
\nal., 2014). Broad support from shareholders is important to meet approval
\ntresholds and ensure the transaction proceeds successfully (Moffett et al.,
\n2014).<\/p>\n

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Mitigation
\nStrategy: <\/p>\n

FMG
\nshould engage directly with key shareholders, clearly outlining the benefits
\nand long-term growth potential of the acquisition. It is also vital to offer
\ncompetitive premium to WAE\u2019s shareholders and address concerns through
\ntransparent communication. This approach can be drawn from Tesla\u2019s strategy in
\nthe SolarCity acquisition, highlighting synergies and clear vision can help
\npersuade hesitant stakeholders (<\/span><\/span>Thomson Reuters, 2022).<\/p>\n

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6.     <\/span><\/span>Market
\nReaction <\/p>\n

The announcement
\nof the acquisition could lead to short-term volatility in FMG\u2019s stock price. Investors
\nmight initially be wary, particularly if they have concerns over the costs of
\nintegrating WAE or doubts about how well the two companies align strategically.
\nThis hesitation could cause short-term dips in the stock price. However, if
\ninvestors views the acquisition as a step toward long-term growth, especially
\nin expanding FMG\u2019s green technology footprint, the reaction could shift to a
\npositive one (Thomson Reuters, 2022).<\/p>\n

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Mitigation
\nStrategy: <\/p>\n

To manage these
\npotential market reactions, FMG should focus on consistent and transparent
\ncommunication with investors, outlining the benefits of the deal. This includes
\nhighlighting how WAE\u2019s technology will improve FMG\u2019s capabilities, open new
\nmarket opportunities, and contribute to cost savings. Tesla\u2019s acquisition of
\nSolarCity initially faced skepticism, however, Tesla managed to shift market
\nperceptions by emphasizing synergies and future growth. This precedent could be
\nuseful for FMG to follow similar strategy. <\/p>\n

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Reference
\nlist<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Australian Competition & Consumer Commission. (2023). Mergers and Competition<\/span><\/em>. Retrieved
\nfrom https:\/\/www.accc.gov.au\/mergers<\/a><\/p>\n

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Coyle, B. (2016). Foreign Exchange and Money
\nMarkets<\/span><\/em>. Pearson Education.<\/p>\n

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Gomes, E., Angwin, D., Weber, Y., & Tarba, S. (2019). Mergers and Acquisitions: A Critical Reader<\/span><\/em>.
\nRoutledge.<\/p>\n

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Kenton, W. (2023). How Leveraged Buyouts Work<\/span><\/em>.
\nInvestopedia. Retrieved from https:\/\/www.investopedia.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Moffett, M. H., Stonehill, A. I., & Eiteman, D. K.
\n(2014). Fundamentals of Multinational Finance<\/span><\/em>.
\nPearson Education.<\/p>\n

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Sonic Healthcare Limited. (2012). Acquisition of Certain Healthscope Pathology
\nBusinesses<\/span><\/em>. Retrieved from https:\/\/investors.sonichealthcare.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Thomson Reuters. (2022). Market Reaction to Mergers
\nand Acquisitions<\/span><\/em>. Thomson Reuters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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