Governance

How HKEx’s LSE setback is a case study in bad M&A

The Hong Kong exchange’s formula of failure – emphasising on the financial merits while neglecting London’s concerns over corporate governance.

If there was a list of examples on how a takeover approach could go wrong without proper strategic planning and a well-planned public relations campaign, Hong Kong stock exchange’s failed bid for the London Stock Exchange Group would undoubtedly be on the list.

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