Novo CFO Says Bid Intention Is for Dialogue With Ablynx

The transcript discusses negotiation strategies with Apple Inc., focusing on engaging in dialogue with the Board of Directors to understand the company's value. It highlights the absence of a predefined offer limit and the intention to base proposals on available information. The discussion also covers the potential for price adjustments based on new insights and the importance of engaging with shareholders after making a public acquisition interest announcement.

What is the primary goal of engaging in dialogue with the Board of Directors according to the first section?

• To finalize the acquisition

• To understand the value Apple Inc. provides

• To negotiate with shareholders

• To announce a public offer

In the negotiation process, what is the company's stance on setting a predefined offer limit?

• They have already reached their limit

• They are not interested in negotiating

• They are open to negotiation without a set limit

• They have a strict limit

Why does the company want to engage in a specific dialogue with the Board of Directors?

• To negotiate with shareholders

• To announce a public offer

• To fine-tune their offer

• To finalize the acquisition

What is the company's current approach to gathering information for the acquisition?

• Consulting with shareholders

• Using publicly available information

• Relying on internal data

• Hiring external consultants

What is the company's next step after making their interest public?

• To increase their offer immediately

• To finalize the acquisition

• To engage in dialogue with shareholders

• To withdraw their offer