Canadian Pacific Ends Bid to Purchase Norfolk Southern

The video discusses the failed merger between Canadian Pacific and Norfolk Southern, highlighting regulatory challenges and market conditions affecting mergers and acquisitions. The DOJ's opposition to a voting trust and increased scrutiny under the Obama administration are key factors. Canadian Pacific's future options, such as a potential merger with Kansas City Southern, are considered. The video also examines the impact of market volatility on M&A activities and the decline in advisory fees for banks.

What was one of the main reasons the merger between Canadian Pacific and Norfolk Southern failed?

• Lack of shareholder support

• Regulatory challenges

• Financial instability

• Technological issues

Which company is Canadian Pacific considering for a potential future merger?

• CSX Transportation

• Kansas City Southern

• BNSF Railway

• Union Pacific

What is one of the challenges Canadian Pacific faces in finding a suitable merger partner?

• High overhead costs

• Lack of available partners

• Technological incompatibility

• Geographical limitations

How has the market volatility in early 2016 affected M&A volumes?

• Increased volumes

• Decreased volumes

• No change in volumes

• Volatile volumes

What has been a significant factor in the increased scrutiny of mergers and acquisitions?

• Antitrust regulations

• Technological advancements

• Economic downturn

• Political changes