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Tradetix Limited (B)
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Reference: E-204-E
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Year: 2011
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Number of pages: 3
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Geographic Setting: Reino Unido
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Publication Date: Jun 7, 2019
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Fecha de edición: Jan 25, 2021
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Source: IESE (España)
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Type of Document: Case
Description
The (A) case describes a fast-growing company in the City of London whose CEO and board are considering initiating a trade sale process. The (B) case describes an offer received, which includes an earn-out as part of the price. The (C) case describes a sequence of events following acceptance of the offer-events that are totally unexpected and that jeopardize the earn-out.
Learning Objective
The case is designed to lead students through the trade sale process and give insights into the kinds of issues that can complicate or disrupt a trade sale.