Publications
Publications
- February 1985 (Revised August 2008)
- HBS Case Collection
Arrow Electronics
Abstract
Arrow Electronics is the fastest growing distributor of electronic components in North America and the second largest. Its capital structure policy of heavy reliance on debt financing contrasts sharply with that of its leading competitor, Arnet. Students are asked to think through the whys, and how Arrow might go about reducing its business and financing risks.
Keywords
Borrowing and Debt; Capital Structure; Financial Management; Risk Management; Distribution; Competition; Hardware; Electronics Industry; United States
Citation
El-Hage, Nabil N., and Robert R. Glauber. "Arrow Electronics." Harvard Business School Case 285-114, February 1985. (Revised August 2008.)