Of mice and men: the highs and lows of 1995, from the Disney deal to Calgary's family feud
Article Abstract:
The high and low points of the 1995 business year are discussed. Walt Disney Co's acquisition of Capital Cities/ABC was typical of a trend towards more mergers and acquisitions. Moe and Mark Blume are battling to control Mark's Work Wearhouse, and Rogers Cablesystems apologized for its pricing strategy.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1995
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Family misfortunes
Article Abstract:
Large family-owned businesses have a tendency to self-destruct. Most family businesses are reluctant to share management authority with outsiders, leading to fighting among family members. Family dynasties have dominated Canada's small national economy.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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'Blood on the streets.' (Christopher Ondaatje)
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Christopher Ondaatje has begun a $25-million takeover attempt of Loewen Ondaatje McCutcheon Inc, a securities firm he co-founded in 1970. Ondaatje spent the past two years on a retreat in Africa and Sri Lanka.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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