As equity-linked consideration is becoming more popular in the acquisition and alliances, so has the use of the "price-protection" mechanism, known variously as floors, caps and collars. In general, these contractual agreements that provide insurance selling shareholders, the purchase of the company, or both. "Hide
by Carliss Y. Baldwin, 13 pages. Publication Date: 26 September 2001. Prod. #: 902056-PDF-ENG