Yahoo's Mayer: We Will Review Starboard Letter Carefully

Yahoo's Mayer: We Will Review Starboard Letter Carefully

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The transcript discusses Starboard Value's statement regarding Yahoo's shareholder value and the company's response. It highlights the impact of Alibaba's IPO on Yahoo's market perception and the questions it raises about Yahoo's future actions. The conversation also touches on the role of activist shareholders, including Starboard, and their influence on corporate decisions, referencing their involvement with Darden, the parent company of Olive Garden.

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Discuss the role of activist shareholders in shaping corporate governance at Yahoo.

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What challenges do companies like Yahoo face from activist investors?

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