Which of the following factors does NOT influence the consideration of a merger and an acquisition of stocks?

A) Shareholders are dealt with directly to bypass the target management and board of directors.
B) In a tender offer, usually some minority shareholders do not tender (offer) their shares. This can result in preventing the target firm from being completely absorbed
C) Target management may be unfriendly and resist an offer, which usually results in a higher stock price.
D) The target company's supplier has developed a new high-quality product.

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Katrina Bongiovanni · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The target company's supplier developing a new high-quality product is not a factor that influences the consideration of a merger and acquisition of stocks. The other options are all factors that can affect the success and outcome of the merger or acquisition.

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