When Is a Company Susceptible to a Hostile Takeover

question 92

Multiple Choice

When is a company susceptible to a hostile takeover?

• A) When a bull market is in effect
• B) When stock prices are high, but assets are decreasing
• C) When stocks are low priced, but assets have high value
• D) When the international market is in recession
• E) When angel investors demand repayment of their venture capital

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