Analyze recent merger and acquisition activities of three prominent companies and evaluate their impact on financial performance.

Company A: Microsoft Corporation

• Recent Acquisition: LinkedIn
• Financial Impact: Increased revenue by 10%, Net income increased by 5%

Company B: Alphabet Inc. (Google)

• Recent Acquisition: Fitbit
• Financial Impact: Increased revenue by 8%, Net income decreased by 2%

Company C: Facebook, Inc. (Meta Platforms)

• Recent Acquisition: WhatsApp
• Financial Impact: Increased revenue by 15%, Net income increased by 7%

Requirements:

• Evaluate the financial impact of each acquisition on the acquiring company.
• Discuss potential synergies and risks associated with each acquisition.
• Analyze the long-term implications for shareholders and stakeholders.