Global Business 4th edition by Peng.
Chapter 13: Strategizing, Structuring, and learning Around the world.
Integrative case 3.6 : China Merchants Group's Acquisition of the Newcastle Port, pgs. 451-542
Questions:
1. Who are the main stakeholders in China Merchants Groups’ acquisition of the Newcastle Port and what are their key interest and concerns in this acquisition?
2. What are the challenges facing large state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in their efforts to acquire strategic assets in foreign countries in comparison with those by private firms? What can SOEs do to deal with those challenges?
3. What are your recommendations for China merchants Group to effectively manage and operate the Newcastle Port after its acquisition?