Barbarians at the Gate

Author: Bower
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: No. 1 bestseller from The New York Times, one of the 20 most influential business books by Forbes, a documentary report with astonishing events, detailed and comprehensive narration of the causes and consequences of the RJR Nabisco acquisition, recreating the real-life battle of all-out competition, depicting the ups and downs of Wall Street financial operations. An outstanding book, a remarkable reconstruction, breathtaking, with a seamless narrative that builds momentum throughout, perfect writing style that runs through the entire book. Recreates the most famous company battle in the history of Wall Street—the battle for RJR Nabisco in the United States. Four bidders participated in the competition, and KKR ultimately won with $25 billion, gaining control of RJR Nabisco. Provides high-level details of corporate financial operations. Fully demonstrates how corporate managers gain and maintain control of a company. A brilliant documentary masterpiece of Wall Street's business war. A must-read for every corporate manager and professional interested in Wall Street finance.