Evaluate the demerger decision overall, taking into account the above financial and environmental impacts. How does Anglo American benefit from this demerger? Was this a good decision? Justify your answer.
Scenario: You work for an “green” investment firm with significant holdings in Anglo American. Because your firm tries to invest in environmentally friendly companies, senior management is excited about Anglo American’s move away from thermal coal. At an upcoming board meeting, the directors will be discussing the implications of Anglo American’s demerger. You have been […]