Types of Growth: Organic and External

The video tutorial discusses two main types of business growth: organic and external. Organic growth involves expanding from within, using methods like increasing production or reinvesting profits. Examples include Lidl and McDonald's. External growth involves mergers and takeovers, allowing rapid expansion and cost synergies. The video also covers financing methods for organic growth, challenges like slow expansion, and integration types in external growth.

Discuss the potential downsides of organic growth as mentioned in the text.

What are the two main forms of external growth?

Explain the concept of horizontal integration in the context of external growth.

What challenges might arise during the integration of two firms after a merger or takeover?