The directors of Nico Limited have appointed you as a merger and acquisition specialist. They are considering the acquisition of Maya Limited. You are to advise them whether or not to proceed with the project. The following information is available:                                            Nico Limited             Maya Limited Market price per share

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The directors of Nico Limited have appointed you as a merger and acquisition specialist. They are considering the
acquisition of Maya Limited. You are to advise them whether or not to proceed with the project.
The following information is available:
                                           Nico Limited             Maya Limited
Market price per share           R400.00                R280.00
Earnings per share                 R240.00                R120.00
No. of shares issued               2 000 000             800 000


- Cash payment to Maya Limited = R78 million.
- Synergy benefits of R30 million will accrue through the acquisition.
- Maya Limited have just had their assets re-valued and the valuation has appreciated quite significantly.

Calculate the post-acquisition increase/decrease price of the share 
Assume the acquisition is based on market values with a cash payment

Calculate the post-acquisition earnings per share 
Assume the acquisition is based on earnings per share

 

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