Turkish Economy Bank and Fortis Bank: Managing a Complex Merger

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Title: Turkish Economy Bank and Fortis Bank: Managing a Complex Merger
Description: Following the announcement of the merger of the Turkish Economic Bank (TEB) and Fortis Bank AS, Varol Civil, TEB's CEO, is faced with the task of executing the merger of these two entities. First, all parties must agree to the economic terms of this merger; a process that is challenging due to the complex ownership structures of these banks. Second, Civil and his team must find a way to combine the operations of the banks. With meaningful overlap between the two franchises the potential for cost savings and synergies is significant. However, the risks involved are also significant.
Authors: Esel Cekin, Sarah L. Abbott, Stuart C. Gilson
Resource Type: eBook.
Categories: BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / General
Database: eBook Collection (EBSCOhost)
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Abstract:Following the announcement of the merger of the Turkish Economic Bank (TEB) and Fortis Bank AS, Varol Civil, TEB's CEO, is faced with the task of executing the merger of these two entities. First, all parties must agree to the economic terms of this merger; a process that is challenging due to the complex ownership structures of these banks. Second, Civil and his team must find a way to combine the operations of the banks. With meaningful overlap between the two franchises the potential for cost savings and synergies is significant. However, the risks involved are also significant.