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US/Ireland: Chiquita progresses with $1B Dublin purchase (Competition Policy International)

by 21st Century Competition | Jun 5, 2014 | Global Blogs

Chiquita Brands International is reportedly moving forward with its $1 billion acquisition of Ireland-based Fyffes, reports say. The two are among the world’s top banana companies. Their merger has already received antitrust clearance from US regulators. The...

EU: Forex probe slow but steady, says Commission (Competition Policy International)

by 21st Century Competition | Jun 5, 2014 | Global Blogs

The European Commission continues to trudge through information regarding allegations of manipulation of the foreign exchange market, the regulator said Thursday, but warned the public not to expect an outcome for another several weeks. Reports say a senior EU...

Saudi Arabia: Agenda to promote IPOs finally takes off (Competition Policy International)

by 21st Century Competition | Jun 5, 2014 | Global Blogs

While Saudi Arabia has been hoping for years to open its market up to foreign investment, it has only recently seen the optimal time to do so as the Gulf region’s regulation has relaxed and nations look to diversify their economies. According to reports, the...

US/UK: Healthcare tech conglomerate may use merger to shift overseas (Competition Policy International)

by 21st Century Competition | Jun 5, 2014 | Global Blogs

Leading healthcare technology firm Medtronic is reportedly looking to acquire UK-based Smith & Nephew, a deal reports say could shift Medtronic’s finances overseas. The US firm, which is the largest manufacturer of heart rhythm technologies, is evaluating a...

France: Orange can’t keep Bouygues buyout plans under wraps for long (Competition Policy International)

by 21st Century Competition | Jun 5, 2014 | Global Blogs

Wireless giant Orange has reportedly hired banks to advise on its plans to acquire Bouygues, unnamed sources said. Reports emerged weeks ago that the French company could be planning to make an offer for its competitor. Experts suggest the acquisition could reach a...
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