- 15 Marks
AT – Nov 2017 – L3 – Q7 – Tax Implications of Mergers and Acquisitions
Advise on tax implications for Aba Foods merger/acquisition options with Ifedi Foods.
Question
The prevailing economic condition has led to the business cessation of many SMEs. Aba Foods Limited, a well-known food and beverage company in Abia State, faced difficulties in securing long-term loans, preventing the replacement of its outdated equipment and leading to losses. To ensure continuity, the company considered mergers or acquisitions and entered discussions with Chief Egodi of Ifedi Group. Chief Egodi, concerned about the tax implications of potential arrangements, sought advice from your firm, Aliyara & Co., Chartered Accountants.
Required:
Provide a presentation in the form of advice:
(a) Explain the tax implications of Aba Foods Limited merging with Ifedi Foods and Beverage Limited, with Ifedi inheriting all assets and liabilities. (5 Marks)
(b) Explain the tax implications if Ifedi Foods and Beverage Limited is reconstituted to take over Aba Foods’ assets and liabilities. (5 Marks)
(c) Explain the tax implications if Ifedi Foods and Aba Foods enter a Joint Venture or Partnership Agreement. (5 Marks)
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- Tags: Acquisition, Capital gains tax, FIRS, Merger, Partnership, Taxation, VAT, WHT
- Level: Level 3
- Topic: Tax Implications of Mergers and Acquisitions
- Series: NOV 2017