Analyzing the structure of deal between Nokia and Microsoft ( valuation and other considerations) Assess and identify the purpose of acquisition by Microsoft.

Main contents of the report.

1. Analysis of the acquiring company (Microsoft)
2. Analysis of the Target Company (Nokia Handset business segment)
3. Purpose of Acquisition
   1. Microsoft’s View
   2. Nokia’s View
4. Analysis of the acquisition
   1. Structure of the deal
   2. Deal Valuation & Market Sentiment
   3. Identifying the challenges and issues during the integration of Nokia in the Microsoft business model.
5. Post-Acquisition Analysis
   1. Potential impact of the Nokia Acquisition in the share prices of Microsoft
   2. Financial considerations
   3. Business considerations
   4. HR Considerations

Research aim: To assess the post-launch impact of the acquisition of Nokia by Microsoft whether the M&A is successful or not.

Following research objectives would facilitate the achievement of this aim:

1. Analyzing the structure of deal between Nokia and Microsoft ( valuation and other considerations)
2. Assess and identify the purpose of acquisition by Microsoft.
3. Identifying the challenges and issues during the integration of Nokia in the Microsoft business model.
4. Potential impact of the Nokia Acquisition in the share prices of Microsoft