Study Finds That Stock Buy-Backs Deter Takeover Attempts
The best way for companies to avoid becoming takeover targets is to engage in regular stock buy-backs on the open market, according to research by professor of finance Matt Billett. According to Billett's research, a well-managed firm will repurchase its stock when management senses a high takeover probability.
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The best way for companies to avoid becoming takeover targets is to engage in regular stock buy-backs on the open market, according to research by professor of finance Matt Billett. According to 
