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Bayer Crop Science
Bell, David E.; McLoughlin, Damien P.; Kindred, Natalie; Barnett, JamesCase HBS-520055-EStrategyIn mid-2019, a year after German conglomerate Bayer Group closed its acquisition of U.S.-based seeds giant Monsanto, the leadership of Bayer's Crop Science division (which absorbed Monsanto) is reflecting on the opportunities ahead. Some observers have questioned Bayer's decision to buy Monsanto, citing potential reputational and financial liabilities; in the last year, Bayer's stock price has suffered. However, the leadership team expects the co...Starting at €8.20
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Messer Griesheim (A) (Abridged)
Lerner, Josh; Lutz, Eva; Herman, KerryCase HBS-813018-EEntrepreneurshipThe case explores the steps taken by private equity investors to restructure a European industrial gas concern held by Hoechts, and complicated by partial family ownership. The case considers the relationship the partners forged with the family owners to bring about a favorable exit for the private equity partners and ownership for the Messer family. In 2001, Allianz Capital Partners and Goldman Sachs acquired a majority stake in Messer Griesheim...Starting at €8.20