

1990 when talks between the two were called off. Following are some of the biggest hostile takeover attempts in German corporate history:ġ990: Continental AG - launched by Pirelli (Failed)Ī takeover attempt of the German automobiles and parts group by Italian peer Pirelli failed in Dec. German companies have started to prop up their defenses to avoid becoming easy prey for possible suitors in the wake of Spanish builder ACS's pursuit of Hochtief, a top investment banker said.
