1. Are there ways that Ben & Jerry’s could have simultaneously pursued their social causes and still maximized shareholder wealth?
2. Please read the case “Ben & Jerry’s Homemade.” After reading the case, briefly answer the following questions: 1. Why did Ben & Jerry’s become a takeover target?
3. Ben & Jerry’s ultimately accepted a tender offer by Unilever at $43.60 per share. What do you think would have happened if Ben & Jerry’s had not been taken over?