Call of Fiduciary Duty

Read Call of Fiduciary Duty: Microsoft Acquires Activision Blizzard case
Case 3: Call of Fiduciary Duty: Microsoft Acquires Activision Blizzard

1. Based on the financials on Exhibit 6a & 6b, what are some key weaknesses and key strengths of Activition’s financials?
2. If you were a shareholder of Microsoft, would you vote yes or no for Activision acquisition at the time of the case? Why? Note: you should consider synergies, financials, industry and market conditions, and Activition’s current challenges.

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