Read the case, “Danone: Strategy Implementation in an International Food and Beverage Company” on page 727-744.
As you are reading identify and think about the following questions:
1. Does Danone have substantial debt and or challenges that will impact their growth expansion plans? Please provide examples.
1. Formulate a one- to two-sentence summary identifying Danone’s performance surrounding these two key issues:
o Operating efficiency
o Growth strategy
o Competition
2. Conduct additional research as necessary to provide the most up to date perspective. Search for the following information:
o Annual Report
o SEC Form 10-K
o Annual Shareholders Proxy Statement
o Competitive/Industry Information
When you have completed your research, answer the following question:
1. Does Danone have substantial debt and or challenges that will impact their growth expansion plans?
2. Please provide examples from your research.
