Industry
Xstrata proposes `merger of equals' as Anglo dumps $68 billion deal
23 Jun 2009
Swiss mining giant Xstrata has proposed a "merger of equals" after Anglo American rejected its $68 billion deal for a merger of the two.
Anglo American rejects Xstrata’s $68-billion deal
23 Jun 2009
Analysts say the merger proposal would not have been of any interest to Anglo’s shareholders as the offer was without a premium, while a 30-per cent premium is common in mining acquisitions
Vodka brand eyes market in Turkey
23 Jun 2009
BSNL to introduce 3G services in Sikkim by I-Day
23 Jun 2009
Xstrata proposes $68 billion merger deal with Anglo American
22 Jun 2009
Swiss mining giant Xstrata plc has proposed a $68 billion merger with its arch-rival Anglo American plc
Government likely to hike petro fuel prices
22 Jun 2009
The government is likely to hike administered price of gas by 17 per cent and free diesel and petrol prices from government controls
OZ assets mark China's largest Australian acquisition
19 Jun 2009
The acquisition of of OZ Minerals is the largest single acquisition of an Australian asset, by a Chinese company
Senate bill eases requirements on utilities
18 Jun 2009
Movada appoints Harbhajan Singh ambassador
17 Jun 2009
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