In June 1999, Spain former state oil giant Repsol, has acquired 97% YPF, despite opposition from the leadership of YPF. The case describes the status of the two companies at the time of purchase and the main concerns expressed by analysts on the deal. "Hide
by Mikhail Y. Yoshino, Carin-Isabel Knoop, Cate Reavis Source: Harvard Business School 4 pages. Publication Date: October 21, 1999. Prod. #: 300028-PDF-ENG