Siemens Looks to Get Into Shale Gas Boom

The video discusses Merck's strategic shift from pharmaceuticals to chemicals and plastics, highlighting their acquisition of Sigma Aldrich. It also covers Siemens' acquisition of Dresser Rand to enter the US shale energy market. The video further explores trends in mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing the role of low interest rates and corporate cash reserves in facilitating these deals.

What significant change is Merck undergoing in its business model?

How much of Merck's revenue still comes from pharmaceuticals?

What does Siemens aim to achieve by acquiring Dresser Rand?

What is the value of the deal Siemens made to acquire Dresser Rand?

How are low interest rates influencing mergers and acquisitions according to the discussion?