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21 Years, 315 Deals, 0% Long-Term Return: What Every CEO Can Learn From Citigroup's M&A Frenzy Era
Picture this: You're the CEO of a major corporation. Over 21 years, you execute 315 acquisitions - averaging 1.25 deals per month. Your...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
Jul 284 min read


How AMD Used M&A to Turnaround Its Fate
In the fast-paced world of technology, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) achieved a remarkable turnaround - transforming from a company on the...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
Oct 21, 20244 min read


M&A: The Business Dating Game
Heart-shaped red lock hanging over a bar, symbolising the bond and commitment in mergers and acquisitions, with a distant townscape in...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
Aug 26, 20243 min read


1 IPO, 11 Underwriters: What Can We Learn from Ibotta's $664 Million IPO?
The initial public offering (IPO) process is a significant event for any company, marking its transition from a private entity to a...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
May 24, 20244 min read


Six Lessons from Blackstone's First Buyout Deal
In the world of business and investments, the right strategy can be as pivotal as the opportunity itself. Blackstone's inaugural...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
May 5, 20243 min read


Investors: How to Spot Entrepreneurial Success Early (Ray Kroc Case Study)
McDonald's 54 Year Stock Price History Imagine stepping back in time to 1961, standing face-to-face with Ray Kroc as he unveils a...

Celine Nguyen, CFA
Mar 16, 20246 min read
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