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The Problem with Conglomerates and the Value of Splitting Businesses Up
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The issue with conglomerates is that there is very little synergy between the various businesses they acquire. To increase shareholder value, it's best to split these businesses up and focus on capital allocation to the best performing ones.

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Conglomerates lack synergy between different businesses, making it difficult to allocate capital and increase shareholder value.
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Summary

Conglomerates lack synergy between different businesses, making it difficult to allocate capital and increase shareholder value. The best way to grow a business is through organic growth or vertical/horizontal acquisitions, but owning unrelated businesses can be detrimental to investor interest.

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The Problem with Conglomerates and the Value of Splitting Businesses Up
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