Darden University of Virginia (USA)
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Alpha Architect: Is Momentum Losing Steam?
Evans, Richard B.; Sesia, AldoCase DARDEN-F-1977FinanceThe case explores the momentum investment strategy of AlphaArchitect, a boutique asset management firm. The protagonist, Wes Grey the CEO of AlphaArchitect, is preparing a potential client presentation for Lochen Capital, a multi-family office. Lochen has traditionally focused on value-investing and as a result the presentation needs to compare and contrast the two styles. The case introduces students to the simplest of quantitative investing ...Starting at €8.20
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The Home Depot Builds in the Pandemic
Murray, MeghanCase DARDEN-BC-0277Knowledge and CommunicationThrough most of 2020, the United States was battling the same demon as the rest of the world: the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, a large number of people worldwide spent more time at home, so they noticed repairs that needed to be made and used the increased time spent in their living quarters to paint rooms, garden, build, and complete projects. Many people turned to The Home Depot for the materials and tools to achieve these goals. To...Starting at €8.20
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Britannia Chemicals PLC (B): The Merseyside and Antwerp Projects
Schill, Michael J.; Bruner, Robert F.; McTigue, Frank H.Case DARDEN-F-1976FinanceBritannia Chemicals was under pressure from investors to improve its financial performance because of the accumulation of the firm’s common shares by a well-known corporate raider. Earnings had fallen to 180 pence per share at the end of 2017 from around 250 pence per share at the end of 2016. This B case reviews the same project as the A case (F-1906) but from one level higher: the executive vice president faces an either/or investment decisio...Starting at €5.74
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Sparking Ideas for Crafting a "Culture of Care"
Haskins, Mark E.Case DARDEN-G-0651Knowledge and CommunicationMany, if not most, organizational leaders want to be viewed as concerned for and thoughtful toward their people. Not all, however, manifest that desire in observable or meaningful ways. This case presents an adaptation and amalgamation of real events. It is suitable for a graduate-level course and/or a professional development continuing education course wherein the focus is on topics such as: effective leadership, employer of choice, motivating ...Starting at €8.20
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The NBA, China, and Social Media: What Are the Rules of the Game?
Wicks, Andrew C.; Becerra, Spencer L.; Schwarz, Margaret A.; Botha, Helet; Mead, JennyCase DARDEN-E-0459Business Ethics and Corporate Social ResponsibilityThe protagonist of this case, the general manager of the Golden State Warriors, an NBA dynasty, must contend with the recent controversy between China (the People's Republic of China, or PRC) and the National Basketball Association (NBA) over a pro–Hong Kong tweet, "Fight for Freedom. Stand with Hong Kong," from the Houston Rockets general manager. Chinese retaliation to this tweet had been swift, with key Rockets marketing partners cutting ties ...Starting at €8.20
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Belton Semiconductors (B)
Laseter, Timothy M.; Murphy, Michael; Pederson, MattCase DARDEN-BP-0557Corporate GovernanceAfter more intense debate, Belton’s COO has acquiesced and agreed with the manager of a large management consulting firm on every major point. But a senior partner on the assessment, as well as the consultant’s mentor, thinks the results are disastrous.Starting at €5.74
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Britannia Chemicals PLC (A): The Merseyside Project
Bruner, Robert F.; Schill, Michael J.Case DARDEN-F-1906FinanceBritannia Chemicals was under pressure from investors to improve its financial performance because of the accumulation of the firm’s common shares by a well-known corporate raider. Earnings had fallen to 180 pence per share at the end of 2017 from around 250 pence per share at the end of 2016. The manager of Merseyside Works, a production plant owned by Britannia Chemicals, thus believed the time was ripe to obtain funding from corporate headquar...Starting at €8.20
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Why Is the Universe Against Me? (A)
Behfar, Kristin J.; Bodily, Jolene H.Case DARDEN-OB-1069Leadership and People ManagementHasn’t everyone at some point felt as if the universe was conspiring against his or her success? This case narrative tracks the story of Emmett Taylor, an operations manager for a bottling company, as a snow and ice storm bears down on his southeastern U.S. plant. Taylor is already plagued by stress caused by all facets of his life—family, work, and personal health—and this storm is no exception. The story offers an opportunity to discuss time, e...Starting at €8.20
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Governments and Markets in the 21st Century
Murphy, DanielCase DARDEN-GEM-0187EconomicsAs Joseph Biden began his presidency in early 2021, he was faced with the enormous task of balancing his more centrist tendencies with the increasingly activist part of his coalition. More generally, he would need to understand the forces that contributed to subpar economic performance and to redirect government efforts to supporting a market economy that benefitted all Americans. To do so, he would need to understand the arguments for and agains...Starting at €8.20
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Actions Speak Louder Than Words: What to Do to Address Racial Disparities?
Riefberg, VivianCase DARDEN-OB-1323Leadership and People ManagementIn mid-June 2021, prominent attorney Jane Goldman, who lived and practiced in Danbury, Connecticut, was asked if she might be interested in getting more involved with the local hospital, possibly even serving on its board. She had been raised in Danbury; she was active with the local hospice, Catholic Charities; and she considered herself a progressive, thoughtful person. Although she had no background in health care, she was considering it. Da...Starting at €8.20