Predicting mergers and acquisitions in the food industry

Article Abstract:

Two logit models are developed to predict merger and acquisition (M and A) activities in the US food manufacturing industry. These two models include the 'target model,' which estimates the likelihood of a company being targeted for M and A and the 'takeover model,' which estimates the likelihood of a targeted firm to be acquired. The 'target model' derives its prediction from the firms' liquidity, debt/leverage, profitability and growth in sales. On the other hand, the 'takeover model' is made based on the companies' degree of officer control and number of prior bids.

Acquisitions Analysis, Models, Acquisitions and mergers, Financial analysis

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Export decisions of food processing farms in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma

Article Abstract:

A survey of food processing firms in Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma was conducted to identify factors that impede their entry into the food export market. The results showed that managerial apathy was the strongest factor hindering the entry of food processing firms into the export market. In addition, strong concerns over the proper handling of their perishable products also had a strong influence. The results also indicated that most food processing firms welcomed export promotion programs but some believe that these programs are misdirected.

Regulation of Agricultural Marketing and Commodities, Agricultural Export Programs, Research, International trade, Trade policy, Agricultural products, Foreign trade promotion, Food processing plants

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Did LBOs create value in US food industries in the 1980s

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to determine if leveraged buyouts (LBOs) in the 1980s created value for the food industry. The results show that LBO companies formed in the 1980s could not service their debts and are trying to reduce debt via debt restructuring, divestment or return to public ownership. Thus, LBOs in the 1980s did not create value for the food industry.

Agricultural industry, Leveraged buyouts

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