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eBay vs. Carl Icahn, 2014

By: David B. Yoffie and Eric Baldwin
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:12
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Abstract

This case explores Carl Icahn's attack on eBay, starting in January 2014. The case examines how John Donahoe, CEO of eBay, should respond to Icahn's demand that eBay spin off PayPal and accept Icahn's two nominees to the board of directors.

Keywords

Activist Shareholder; Activist Investors; Technology; Strategy; Corporate Strategy; Investment Activism; Financial Services Industry; Retail Industry

Citation

Yoffie, David B., and Eric Baldwin. "eBay vs. Carl Icahn, 2014." Harvard Business School Case 717-417, August 2016. (Revised May 2017.)

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David B. Yoffie

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