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Jul 2024
41m 26s

The Deal Room: The Art of The Spin-Off

AMPLIFYME
About this episode

In this episode, we explore five strategic reasons companies sell their assets.


From divesting non-core businesses and restructuring to managing complex geographies and conflicts of interest.


We bring these concepts to life with real stories in the news today.


Essential listening for aspiring bankers looking to enhance their corporate finance skills!


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