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MFIN 5300 - Investment Banking - York University

Assignment on Heinz acquisition by 3G and Berkshire Hathaway.

Need to do a valuation and analysis.

Case Report

Case: H.J. Heinz M&A

In the paper, students are expected to address the following questions:

Question 1: Discuss the positions of various stakeholders (Heinz's shareholders, Heinz's management, 3G/Berkshire Hathaway) and why the transaction may make sense to each of them.

Question 2: Conduct valuation of Heinz's shares and state your conclusion after considering (A) the 3 valuation methodologies and (B) improvements, synergies and future strategic options.

Question 3: Determine and recommend (A) Opening bid-price and (B) Walk-away price for both the acquirers (3G and Berkshire Hathaway) and for Heinz. (Hint: your prices do not have to be consistent with the $72.5 per share offered in the case).

Question 4: Do you agree with the Case that there is estimated ZERO synergy because Heinz will operate as an independent company? Why and why not?

Question 5: What are the principal risks and benefits of the Heinz acquisition to 3G and Berkshire Hathaway?

Question 6: 3G and Berkshire Hathaway plans to have an all-cash transaction. Discuss the possible financing alternatives available to the acquirers and the pros and cons of each alternative.

Key success factors for the assignment

Use the 4-step valuation methodology
Clearly show assumptions and calculation methodologies clearly and the reasoning behind them.
Cover all questions required in the page 5 of this slide.
Clear conclusions and recommendations.
Be reader-friendly and easy to understand.
Effective use of tables and charts to support your message.

Attachment:- Investment Banking.rar