How Oreo Cookies and Cigarettes Sparked a $31 Billion Corporate War | RJR Nabisco & KKR скачать в хорошем качестве

How Oreo Cookies and Cigarettes Sparked a $31 Billion Corporate War | RJR Nabisco & KKR

In 1988, Wall Street witnessed the most intense corporate battle in history: the $31 billion leveraged buyout of RJR Nabisco. What started as a bold move by CEO F. Ross Johnson spiraled into a ruthless bidding war between financial titans, including the legendary KKR. This story - filled with greed, ambition, betrayal, and massive egos - redefined corporate America and gave rise to the private equity era we know today. In this video, we dive deep into the RJR Nabisco takeover, the real story behind Barbarians at the Gate, and how Oreo cookies and Camel cigarettes became the unlikely center of one of the biggest financial dramas ever. General Disclaimer: This video is for informational and entertainment purposes only. While efforts have been made to provide accurate information, errors may occur. The content does not constitute professional advice, and viewers should do their own research or consult with a qualified expert before making any decisions. Image Attributions: 1) Richard Joshua Reynolds - Image by Harris & Ewing via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 2) Nabisco Carton Factory - Image by Jack E. Boucher via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 3) New York Stock Exchange - Image by New York Stock Exchange via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 4) Tobacco Cultivation in Holland - Image by Nationaal Archief via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 5) Oreos and Chips Ahoy - Image by Francisco Diez via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. 6) Henry Kravis - Image by H. Michael Miley via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 7) Del Monte Fruit Cocktail - Image by The U.S. Food and Drug Administration via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 8) Borden Advertisement - Image by Borden, Inc. via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain. 9) John Moody - Image by Scherer, New York via Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain.