Correct option is D
Cash Cows are business segments that have a high market share in low-growth markets. They generate a steady and significant amount of cash flow for the company. Crown Jewels are the most valuable segments of a company, the parts that are highly desired by potential acquirers in a takeover scenario. Fallen Angels refers to a bond that was initially issued with an investment-grade rating but is later downgraded to below investment-grade status. White Squire is a term for a third party who is friendly to the company's management and helps protect the company from an unwanted takeover by acquiring a significant stake but without taking over the company themselves. Therefore, the correct matching is: a. Cash Cows - iii. A BCG term for business segments which have a high market share in low-growth markets. b. Crown Jewels - i. The most valuable segments of a company: the parts most wanted by an acquirer. c. Fallen Angels - iv. A bond issued at investment grade whose rating is subsequently dropped to below the investment grade. d. White Squire - ii. A third party friendly to management who helps a company avoid an unwanted takeover without taking over the company on its own.
