Motley Fool Money One Deal Begins As Another Ends
Dec 18, 2023
Bill Barker, a Motley Fool analyst, dives into the recent challenges in mergers and acquisitions, including Adobe's surprising pullback on the Figma deal amid regulatory scrutiny. Meanwhile, Bill Raduchel, an angel investor and tech veteran, reflects on six decades of technological evolution, discussing the transformative journey from early computing to today's advanced AI. Their insights reveal how regulations shape corporate strategies and the missed opportunities in tech development related to privacy and mental health.
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U.S. Steel's Legacy
- U.S. Steel's acquisition marks the end of an era in American financial history.
- The company's history reflects the story of America itself, from monopolies to the rise and fall of industrial power.
Acquisition Hurdles
- Despite the $15 billion deal, U.S. Steel's market cap is relatively small, comparable to Etsy's.
- The biggest hurdle for the acquisition will be union buy-in due to potential job losses.
Adobe-Figma Deal Failure
- Adobe abandoned its acquisition of Figma due to regulatory pressure from the UK and EU.
- This prevented potential antitrust issues with the Department of Justice.