Since I don’t see much appreciation in the market this year, now is a good time to look into merger arbitrage again. It’s been a while since the failure with DISK and now may be the time to get back on an easier to ride horse.
3Com Corporation Merger Arbitrage Details

* Acquirer: HP
* Target: 3Com Corporation
* Announced date: Nov 11, 2009
* Closing date: April 30, 2010
* Closing value: $7.90
* Last price: $7.48 at time of writing
* Profit: 5.3% excluding fees

This merger is a cash deal so 3Com shareholders will receive $7.90 per share in cash if the merger is successful.

 3Com Merger Arbitrage Idea
 3Com Merger Arbitrage Idea

 3Com Merger Arbitrage Idea
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