The logic and lure of acquisitions: A case study from the steel industry

Authors
Litz, RA
Citation
Ra. Litz, The logic and lure of acquisitions: A case study from the steel industry, J BUS PSYCH, 14(1), 1999, pp. 119-134
Citations number
35
Categorie Soggetti
Psycology
Journal title
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS AND PSYCHOLOGY
ISSN journal
08893268 → ACNP
Volume
14
Issue
1
Year of publication
1999
Pages
119 - 134
Database
ISI
SICI code
0889-3268(199923)14:1<119:TLALOA>2.0.ZU;2-O
Abstract
This paper analyzes a recent acquisition decision in the Canadian steel ind ustry. Drawing on interviews with participants in the decision process, the writer explores the roles of technological, psychological, life-stage, and cultural factors in the acquisition and its subsequent divestment.