When Contemplating FDI, Why Do Firms Apparently Prefer to Acquire

question 102

Multiple Choice

When contemplating FDI, why do firms apparently prefer to acquire existing assets rather than undertake greenfield investments?

• A) Greenfield investments are characterized by reduced management control.
• B) Mergers and acquisitions are preferred because most greenfield investments fail.
• C) It is easier and less risky for a firm to build strategic assets than acquire similar assets.
• D) Mergers and acquisitions are quicker to execute than greenfield investments.

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