Company Apple and Beats The context of the project is for each student to research a recent acquisition and write a paper on your chosen M&A. The paper should be approximately 3 pages, submitted typed and double spaced and follow APA format. You must site your sources. Topics to be covered in the paper: - Background of the 2 companies before the M&A. - Why did they merge? o What led to the acquisition? o What were they doing prior to the M\&A? - How was the acquisition financed? o Cash, stock or a combination - Did the acquisition result in Goodwill or a Bargain? - What is the autonomy of the "acquiree"? o What was the percentage of the acquisition? - What does the new company look like? - Were there layoffs? o Were any plant assets sold? o Is there still autonomy for the "little fish"? - What does the new management (if any) look like? - A conclusion giving your reaction and opinion on the M\&A. o Was it a good deal for the shareholders? - Is it a good overall fit for both organizations? o Do the two companies have synergy? - Was it a good idea or a mistake