SoftBank May Quit Intelsat Deal Over Bond Standoff

SoftBank May Quit Intelsat Deal Over Bond Standoff

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The video discusses the potential merger between SoftBank and Intelsat, highlighting the financial challenges and bondholder negotiations. It also covers Danone's strategy to invest in emerging food brands through Excel Partners, drawing parallels with Unilever's acquisition of Sir Kensington mayonnaise.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the market's negative reaction to the SoftBank and Intelsat merger?

SoftBank had no experience in mergers.

Bondholders were unhappy with SoftBank's offer.

Intelsat's stock price was too high.

The merger was announced too late.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was SoftBank's offer to bondholders in terms of bond value?

$0.50 on the dollar

$0.74 on the dollar

$1.00 on the dollar

$0.90 on the dollar

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the uncertainty surrounding the SoftBank and Intelsat merger?

The stock price of Intelsat

The amount of debt Intelsat had

The final decision on the merger deadline

The exact date of the merger announcement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of brands is Danone interested in investing through Excel Partners?

Large established brands

Emerging hipstery food brands

Technology startups

Fashion brands

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company did Unilever acquire that is similar to Danone's strategy?

Blue Apron

Sir Kensington mayonnaise

Excel Partners

Intelsat