HP-Compaq: A Merger of Technology Giants (B)

Abstract

Hewlett Packard CEO Carly Fiorina is fighting the families of the founding members of HP regarding a proposed merger between HP and Compaq. Fiorina sees the merger as the only way to stay competitive in the technology market and compete with IBM. Walter Hewlett, board member and son of founder William Hewlett, believes the merger is risky and further exposes the company to the highly commoditized personal computer market. Fiorina must convince shareholders about her vision for HP in order to win the proxy vote.

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Exhibit 1

Stock Price Comparison: Hewlett-Packard [HWP] and Compaq [CPQ] January 1, 2002 – April 15, 2002.

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