Financial manager evaluates the long-term historical performance of three active acquirers: Symantec, Republic, the United States and office products. The task for the student to identify the cause of rapid growth by acquisition may not always be good for investors. "Hide
by Robert F. Bruner, Brian Kannry Source: Darden School of Business 17 pages. Publication Date: April 15, 1999. Prod. #: UV2462-PDF-ENG