The Reliance Group Saga - Break-up of the Largest Family-owned Business in India
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This case study was compiled from published sources, and is intended to be used as a basis for class discussion. It is not intended to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. Nor is it a primary information source.
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Case Details: |
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BSTR182 |
For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 400;
For delivery through courier (within India): Rs. 400 + Rs. 25 for Shipping & Handling Charges
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19 Pages |
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2002-2005 |
| Organization |
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Reliance |
| Pub Date |
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2005 |
| Teaching Note |
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Not Available |
| Countries
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India |
| Industry |
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Diversified |
Abstract:
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The case discusses the dispute between Mukesh Ambani (Mukesh) and Anil
Ambani (Anil) relating to control and 'ownership' issues of Rs. 1000 billion
Reliance Group of companies, the largest family-owned business in India. The
seven-month-old dispute was settled on June 18, 2005, with Mukesh getting
control over Reliance Industries (RIL) and IPCL while Anil got control over
Reliance Infocomm, Reliance Energy and Reliance Capital. The case describes
the rapid growth of Reliance group under the leadership of Dhirubhai Ambani,
the founder of the group. It illustrates the factors that lead to the
division of family-owned businesses. The case also highlights the
implications of the division, the opportunities and challenges for the two
brothers in the near future.
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Issues:
» Study the importance of succession planning.
» Analyze the reasons that lead to splits in family-owned businesses.
» Examine the effects of family feuds on shareholders value.
» Recognize the importance of sound corporate governance practices and
transparency in business.
» Examine the implications of division in family-owned businesses.
Contents:
Keywords:
Reliance Group, Succession Planning, Family-owned Business, Family Disputes,
Business Splits, Ownership Issue, Hindu Succession Act, Reliance Industries,
Reliance Infocomm, Shareholding Patterns, Shareholder Value, Reliance Group
and Succession Planning.
The Reliance Group Saga - Break-up of the Largest Family-owned Business in India
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