| 单词 | takeover target |
| 例句 | The broadcaster, which makes soap opera Coronation Street, has long been viewed as a takeover target in an industry that is consolidating as viewers increasingly watch content on demand and on different platforms. Britain's ITV says Chief Executive Adam Crozier to step down 2017-05-03T04:00:00Z The reshaping of Time Warner made the company more lean but inadvertently made it a perfect takeover target. Time Warner is girding to fight Murdoch's takeover offer 2014-07-18T04:00:00Z The Mountain View, California-based company became a takeover target after its shares lost 80% of their value in the last two years. Exclusive: Cybersecurity firm SentinelOne explores sale -sources 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z With the Ukraine war driving up demand for missiles and defense systems, Aerojet became an attractive takeover target. US Senator Warren, others warn against L3Harris plan to buy Aerojet 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z That has made it a potential takeover target for bigger gaming industry companies like Sega. Angry Birds: Sega in talks to buy video game maker Rovio 2023-04-16T04:00:00Z Infineon is ready to spend several billion euros on the right takeover target as it searches for acquisitions to boost growth, Chief Executive Jochen Hanebeck said in an interview published on Wednesday. China's vast countryside in rush to bolster COVID defences 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z The group’s first takeover target was Bradford City, a club in English soccer’s fourth division with a rich history and a large following. British Soccer, Brought to You by American Crypto Optimism 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z Georgia is top takeover target for Republicans, who need to pick up just one seat to gain control of the Senate. Obama looks to light up Democrat's chances in key Georgia U.S. Senate race 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z Analysts say JetBlue’s aggressive pursuit of Spirit could help accelerate its growth and potentially shield it from becoming a takeover target itself. Spirit Airlines shareholders approve merger with JetBlue 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z Privately owned Njoy, which has already succeeded with its premarket tobacco product application process, could be a takeover target, some analysts said. Marlboro maker Altria opts to end non-compete deal with Juul 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z The group has long been seen as a takeover target as the Guillemots hold a minority stake in the group. Ubisoft CEO says still open to other partners after Tencent deal 2022-09-10T04:00:00Z Analysts say JetBlue’s aggressive pursuit of Spirit represents an opportunity for JetBlue to accelerate its growth and potentially shield it from becoming a takeover target itself. Spirit, Frontier merger talks end as JetBlue’s competing offer awaits 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z Go-Ahead, which runs more than 6,000 buses in England, became the latest takeover target this week after it revealed it had two potential buyers. Analysis: Golden age of buses? Buyers hop on UK transport firms 2022-06-15T04:00:00Z A merger also could prevent JetBlue from becoming a takeover target itself, analysts said. JetBlue launches another bid for Spirit Airlines 2022-05-16T04:00:00Z He added that the plunge in Rivian’s stock market value could make it a takeover target for a company that wanted to get into the electric-vehicle market. Rivian affirms its 2022 E.V. production goal despite supply problems. 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z Shares of a takeover target typically rise, but Twitter’s stock fell almost 2 percent, closing at $45.08 — significantly below Mr. Musk’s offer of $54.20 a share. Musk Says He Has the Means to Buy Twitter, but Investors Aren’t So Sure 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z It essentially lets a takeover target flood the market with new shares or allow existing shareholders other than the potential acquirer to buy shares at a discount — making an acquisition more expensive. Elon Musk, After Toying With Twitter, Now Wants It All 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z Peloton had been the subject in media reports this week of a potential takeover target by either Amazon and Nike. Peloton co-founder steps down after rough ride; 2,800 jobs cut globally 2022-02-08T05:00:00Z Robinhood’s stock dropped 15 percent in aftermarket trading on Thursday, and has lost about two-thirds of its value since it went public this summer, stoking rumors that it could become a takeover target. Robinhood faces lingering issues a year after meme-stock mania. 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z One analyst said Robinhood needs to find a way to get its share price up or it could become a takeover target. Analysis: Robinhood shares stumble as trading frenzy wanes, regulators circle 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z The decline in newspaper values made them ripe takeover targets for vulture capitalists with little regard for their intrinsic, civic value, and the importance of preserving robust newsrooms. Stop letting newspapers fall prey to vulture capitalists 2021-12-17T05:00:00Z The board is also considering soliciting offers from other companies that may want to acquire Twitter, one of the people familiar with its plans said, another common move among takeover targets. Elon Musk, After Toying With Twitter, Now Wants It All 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z An activist shareholder pressing the company to improve performance recently warned that Lee could be a takeover target if the stock doesn’t improve. Free Press roundup: Alden’s turkey surprise 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Aspen has long been considered an attractive takeover target for big industrial companies looking to expand in software, Bloomberg News reported in May. Emerson Electric working on deal with software firm Aspen Tech - Bloomberg News 2021-10-06T04:00:00Z The Swedish company has become an attractive takeover target as its expertise in making advanced driver assistance systems fits in the plan for both Qualcomm and Magna in cornering a share in a growing business. Qualcomm, SSW Partners to buy Veoneer in $4.5 billion deal 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z In addition, executives involved in acquisition companies and their takeover targets have made audacious claims about their business prospects when they are trying to win over investors. Lordstown Motors Will Work With Foxconn, a Contract Manufacturer 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z As American investors battle it out for Morrisons, Britain’s second-largest supermarket chain, Sainsbury’s, last week suddenly became the center of speculation that it could be the next private equity takeover target. Private Equity Firms All Want the Same Thing: British Companies 2021-08-31T04:00:00Z Group Nine’s properties have helped drive hundreds of thousands of new customers to Discovery’s streaming platform through content partnerships, making it an attractive takeover target. BuzzFeed Is Going Public. What Now for Vice and Vox? 2021-07-27T04:00:00Z This addresses some shortcomings of how SPACs work now, removing a time limit on finding a takeover target and not tying up investors’ funds before a deal is done. In Defense of SPACs 2021-06-12T04:00:00Z In contrast, of the 53 Democratic seats that Republican leaders named as takeover targets, Democrats raised more money in 49 races. Democrats push to extend control of House for two more years 2020-11-03T05:00:00Z City real estate companies may also appeal to investors for their value as potential takeover targets. Hedge funds see opportunity in battered New York, San Francisco apartment markets 2020-09-21T04:00:00Z One shareholder asked whether the LSE was simply bulking up to avoid becoming a future takeover target. London Stock Exchange shareholders vote on $27 billion Refinitiv deal 2019-11-26T05:00:00Z Osram became a takeover target after Berlien’s strategy of turning it into a high-tech outfit focused on LEDs and state-of-the-art laser chips failed to bring the hoped-for success. What next after AMS' failed $4.9 billion bid for Osram? 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z For years Occidental was a rumored takeover target for companies aiming to expand in the Permian, like Royal Dutch Shell. Occidental Petroleum Emerges With the Prize in a Takeover Fight 2019-05-09T04:00:00Z Bruce added that if the company’s share price continued to suffer, it might become a takeover target. Canada: 'Much more to be told' on Trudeau scandal, says minister who quit 2019-03-21T04:00:00Z FACC, which belongs to China’s state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation, is screening the market for suitable takeover targets but there are no negotiations yet, he said. Aeroplane parts maker FACC scouts for takeovers and ramps up Brexit... 2019-02-01T05:00:00Z And those in blue-collar areas like Monroe, one of the party’s top takeover targets. In Michigan, Female Candidates Target a Key Trump Bloc: Union Voters 2018-09-16T04:00:00Z “If Bayer consisted only of its pharma division they would certainly be an attractive takeover target and would probably not prevail on a standalone basis,” said Manns. With drugs pipeline in focus, Bayer considers job cuts: source 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z An added complication is that Fox itself is a takeover target for Disney and Comcast. The battle for Sky: Why it matters 2018-07-13T04:00:00Z Those firms have begun calling themselves “alternative asset managers” as takeover targets have grown scarcer. Jeff Zients was with Obama for the long haul — and now he’s going long in investing 2018-05-11T04:00:00Z The concerns weighed on Shire’s share price, making the company more attractive as a takeover target, analysts say. Fast-Growing Shire PLC Had Pharmaceutical Rivals in a Takeover Frenzy 2018-04-19T04:00:00Z And the regulators will start interfering with new product launches and new takeover targets. The evil genius of Cambridge Analytica was to exploit those we trust most | Richard Wolffe 2018-03-21T04:00:00Z With few takeover targets left at home, Delta’s chief executive, Ed Bastian, is looking abroad. Protectionism may impede Delta’s expansion plans 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z With its profits sagging and a growing thicket of legal and regulatory disputes, Qualcomm has gone from a lion of the cellphone industry to a plum takeover target. With Qualcomm in Play, San Diego Fears Losing ‘Our Flag’ 2018-02-11T05:00:00Z I imagine I’d be investing in those spaces aggressively — but the potential takeover targets are less obvious. A ‘Gadget Junkie,’ Wearing His Tech and Covering Deals 2018-01-31T05:00:00Z That prompted S&P Global Ratings to lower its ratings on Mattel’s corporate debt, and led one analyst to say that Mattel might be better off as a takeover target. Hasbro reportedly makes a takeover bid for struggling rival Mattel 2017-11-10T05:00:00Z While Ten was worth less than A$60 million when it went into administration, it is an attractive takeover target because of its national reach and strong brand recognition in the world’s 12th-largest economy. Rupert Murdoch's Fox joins court challenge to CBS' Australian TV buyout 2017-09-12T04:00:00Z As a result, Time Warner was positioned as an attractive takeover target. Leader Who Rebuilt Time Warner Empire Prepares an Exit 2017-07-23T04:00:00Z Other major food brands have become takeover targets in recent years as their owners look to breathe new life into mature brands. McCormick to Buy French’s Mustard in $4.2 Billion Deal 2017-07-19T04:00:00Z Credit Suisse said last week's announcement that Amazon was buying Whole Foods increased the likelihood of Ocado being a takeover target. FTSE 100 in strong start to the week - BBC News 2017-06-19T04:00:00Z British companies become cheaper takeover targets and will find it more expensive to buy foreign companies. A look at the impact of the pound’s drop around the world 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z While Ten was worth less than A$60 million when it went into administration, it is an attractive takeover target because of its national reach and strong brand recognition in the world’s 12th-largest economy. Rupert Murdoch's Fox joins court challenge to CBS' Australian TV buyout 2017-09-12T04:00:00Z Takeover talk: Walt Disney Co. will release its second-quarter earnings report Tuesday amid talk that the Burbank company may be a takeover target. California Inc.: Get set for some musical chairs this week at LAX 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z The broadcaster, which makes Coronation Street, is seen as a possible takeover target in an industry that is consolidating as viewers increasingly watch content on demand and on different platforms. ITV chief executive Adam Crozier steps down - BBC News 2017-05-03T04:00:00Z "It was only profitability and profitability," one source said, describing answers to questions from employees whether the company was a takeover target. Under pressure, India's Snapdeal woos staff with promises of profit 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z Other major food brands have become takeover targets in recent years as their parent companies look for ways to breathe new life into mature labels. Reckitt Benckiser Review Could Put French’s Mustard Up for Sale 2017-04-03T04:00:00Z Imagine what the response of President Trump would be if Apple or Google ever became a takeover target. As an Age of Nationalism Dawns, a Multinational Deal Collapses 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z The report did not identify the size of the stake but said Icahn sees the company as a takeover target, citing anonymous sources. Icahn buys Bristol-Myers shares, adding to activist pressure 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z But shares of companies considered takeover targets began to climb around the middle of 2016 as investors prepared for deal activity to... T-Mobile and Dish: Better Together? 2017-01-29T05:00:00Z Midsize utilities, in particular, have become attractive takeover targets for larger conglomerates looking to diversify their businesses. Big Canadian utility agrees to buy Washington Gas 2017-01-25T05:00:00Z Actelion's focus on rare diseases made it an attractive takeover target because drugs in that area are less prone to pricing pressure. J&J Ends Takeover Talks With Actelion 2016-12-13T05:00:00Z The Swiss lung disease specialist has been seen as a takeover target. Actelion shares surge on reported J&J takeover approach 2016-11-25T05:00:00Z It’s not so simple, though: Level 3 was carrying a lot of debt from building up its network and became a takeover target after just two quarters of disappointing earnings. Daily Report: A $25 Billion Fiber Merger 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z Mr. Bewkes lifted the company’s stock price, slowly but surely, by disposing of assets, eventually making his company the most attractive takeover target in the media market. Time Warner’s Non-Mogul Mogul Who Foretold Its Worth 2016-10-23T04:00:00Z Some investment community and analysts are now raising questions about whether the maker of Oreo cookies and Trident gum risks becoming a takeover target itself. Mondelez Plans ‘What’s Next’ After Hershey Rebuff 2016-08-30T04:00:00Z K C Ma, professor of finance at Stetson University, says Ambarella's presence in the drone market may even make it a takeover target. Ambarella (AMBA) Stock Is on Fire: Should You Buy It? 2016-08-24T04:00:00Z Room rates soared, making beachfront properties more attractive as takeover targets. Evictions by Armed Men Rattle a Mexican Tourist Paradise 2016-08-16T04:00:00Z Others say they are trying to win advisory mandates at firms viewed as potential takeover targets. Corporate raiders seek Brexit bargains in Britain 2016-07-24T04:00:00Z Or is ARM an anomaly among British takeover targets? SoftBank’s ARM Deal May Signal Life After ‘Brexit.’ Or Not. 2016-07-18T04:00:00Z Mr Cryan said this month that he didn’t see his bank as a takeover target. In a rut 2016-07-14T04:00:00Z The takeover targets for such deals are typically based in countries with low corporate taxes — like Ireland, with its 12.5 percent rate. Ireland, Home to U.S. ‘Inversions,’ Sees Huge Growth in G.D.P. 2016-07-12T04:00:00Z While investors believe privately owned Spotify is probably heading for a public listing, some industry analysts see the loss-making company as a takeover target for a larger tech giant with deeper pockets. Spotify co-founder Ek says no intention to sell 2016-06-09T04:00:00Z Despite pressure on its results, the company remained an attractive takeover target to buyout firms. Guy Hands Resumes Legal Fight With Citigroup Over EMI Deal 2016-06-07T04:00:00Z Companies with innovative cancer drugs, especially ones that spur the immune system to attack tumors, are attractive takeover targets. AbbVie forges deeper into cancer, as clock ticks for Humira 2016-04-28T04:00:00Z However, he sees "tremendous" potential for the company as a takeover target. As earnings loom, McCormick tied to M&A as acquirer, target 2016-03-28T04:00:00Z The transaction would end the independence of TiVo, a perennial takeover target that included a raft of speculated suitors: Apple, Google and Microsoft among them. TiVo Said to Be in Merger Talks With Rovi 2016-03-24T04:00:00Z The Foster’s Daily Democrat didn’t seem like an attractive takeover target. New Media Emerges as Big Player for Small Newspapers 2016-02-24T05:00:00Z A share price slide of this magnitude - Deutsche's market value has roughly halved from a year ago to around 19 billion euros - would normally trigger speculation that it could become a takeover target. No easy way out for Deutsche Bank as investors 'lose faith' 2016-02-09T05:00:00Z Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. is abandoning its threat of a proxy battle to replace directors at takeover target Norfolk Southern Corp., according to a person familiar with the matter. Canadian Pacific Plans to Abandon Threat of Proxy Fight for Norfolk Southern 2016-02-09T05:00:00Z The social media site was evaluated as a takeover target because of the company’s shrinking stock price, Re/code said. News Corp denies rumors company wants to buy Twitter 2016-01-20T05:00:00Z The social media site was evaluated as a takeover target because of the company's shrinking stock price, Re/code said. News Corp denies rumors of Twitter bid 2016-01-20T05:00:00Z In another surprising development that was a catalyst for activity, shareholders in many cases pushed up the stocks not just of takeover targets, but of acquirers. Will the New Year Be Sweet ‘16 for Deals? 2015-12-31T05:00:00Z Nor would either be an easy takeover target, due to size and likely government scrutiny. Qualcomm’s Split Decision: Now Comes the Hard Part 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z Some investors believed Qualcomm's mobile semiconductor division in particular would be an attractive takeover target for rival chipmakers if the company split, boosting their return. Qualcomm rejects breakup plan 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z The dealmaker was first noticed by Pfizer executives in the late 1990s, when he started presenting them with dossiers of possible takeover targets, according to one of the sources. Two-decade Pfizer mission pays off for Guggenheim's deal king 2015-11-26T05:00:00Z Shares of some high-profile takeover targets are trading at steep discounts to the prices of deals they signed, showing fissures may lurk in the current deal boom. The Market Says Big Deals — From Baker Hughes to Humana — Aren’t Going to Close 2015-11-18T05:00:00Z Yet, in an unusual twist, it was the takeover target that actually described the nature of the bid. Canadian Pacific Takes Its Merger Bid to Norfolk Southern 2015-11-17T05:00:00Z "We would shrink considerably and become a takeover target," he said. Clariant sees biofuels boost from VW diesel affair: paper 2015-10-10T04:00:00Z Next Mr. Rainwater and Bass turned their attention to Disney, another hostile takeover target. Richard Rainwater, billionaire Texas investor with foresight, dies at 71 2015-09-28T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, the pressures that drove inversions remain, and they make U.S. companies attractive takeover targets for foreigners, executives and advisers say. Curbs Don’t Stop Tax-Driven Mergers 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z But the company, with the support of its new backers, will also search for potential takeover targets as part of an effort to be a consolidator. Salesforce Ventures and Microsoft Join Informatica Buyout 2015-08-06T04:00:00Z Despite months of resistance from the takeover target, the Italian conglomerate was able to sway several influential investor advisory firms that recommended rejecting the merger with Axis. Industrialist Heir to the Fiat Dynasty Charts His Course 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z Buyers who are unsuccessful in completing acquisitions may even run the risk of becoming takeover targets themselves. A Hostile Environment: The M&A Landscape in 2015 2015-07-28T04:00:00Z Yet Shire faces a dwindling set of takeover targets that grew costlier while grappling with AbbVie for months. Shire Deepens Push Into Biotech After AbbVie Drops Bid 2015-07-13T04:00:00Z Weight Watchers International is reportedly a takeover target for an unnamed activist hedge fund. Weight Watchers shares soar on takeover speculation - BBC News 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z Analysts said the positive trial data made them view Synergy as an attractive takeover target. Constipation Drug Succeeds in Late-Stage Trial 2015-06-17T04:00:00Z As Exor’s ambitions grow, however, it may face more obstacles, including more takeover targets — perhaps even General Motors itself — who have no intention of selling. Industrialist Heir to the Fiat Dynasty Charts His Course 2015-08-03T04:00:00Z Some also wondered whether Twitter, with its 300 million users, could be takeover target. Twitter seeks new CEO, and more users, as Costolo exits 2015-06-12T04:00:00Z Humana shares soared to an all-time high of $219.79 on May 29 after The Wall Street Journal reported that the insurer was a takeover target. Shares of Humana rally on silence and a withdrawal 2015-06-08T04:00:00Z Billerbeck said he did not think Lattice was an immediate takeover target, given the chip industry's current focus on large acquisitions. Lattice Semiconductor open to sale for 'high premium': CEO 2015-06-04T04:00:00Z Five quarters ago the company was on the ropes, a beleaguered takeover target following a bruising 18 months that saw an exodus of subscribers. Time Warner Cable doesn't tip hand on merger talks 2015-04-30T04:00:00Z A Tokyo-based mergers and acquisitions lawyer said the unraveling of the deal was worse for Tokyo Electron as takeover targets often lose management focus, and customers, during the negotiation period. Tokyo Electron shares sink after takeover by Applied Materials scrapped 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z The unraveling of the deal is worse for Tokyo Electron, said a Tokyo-based mergers and acquisitions lawyer, as takeover targets often lose management focus, and customers, during the negotiation period. Applied Materials scraps Tokyo Electron takeover on U.S. antitrust concerns 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z This way you get paid to wait while the takeover target sits in your portfolio. Next Kraft Foods? 12 Struggling Food Brands Ripe For Takeover 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z The result is that he's turned an airline that was near death into an attractive takeover target for Ryanair and British Airways parent IAG simply by getting it through a period of massive upheaval. Ailing Malaysia Airlines readies for drastic overhaul 2015-03-04T05:00:00Z His departure leaves the Irish carrier on a high note: it’s become an attractive takeover target for both Ryanair and British Airways parent IAG. New Malaysia Airlines CEO a “battle hardened” veteran 2015-03-04T05:00:00Z His departure leaves the Irish carrier on a high note: it's become an attractive takeover target for both Ryanair and British Airways parent IAG. New Malaysia Airlines CEO a "battle hardened" veteran 2015-03-04T05:00:00Z Lurking in the background is constant chatter about BP becoming a takeover target. Weighting Down UK-Listed Oil and Gas Shares 2015-02-28T05:00:00Z For now, according to one banker and other sources, Transocean does not appear to be a takeover target because it is too large to be swallowed by nearly any one of its competitors. Transocean CEO's exit linked to lack of vision in tough market 2015-02-20T05:00:00Z This strategy has been so successful that after several acquisitions, Liberty Global itself is reported to be a takeover target. Liberty Global, Becoming a Big Fish, Risks Attracting the Eye of a Shark 2015-02-16T05:00:00Z The company also briefly became a potential takeover target for AT&T before that carrier decided to double down on the American market by agreeing to buy DirecTV for $48.5 billion. Vodafone Turns Focus to Broadband, Seeking to Catch Up to Rivals 2015-02-16T05:00:00Z Salix Pharmaceuticals, a maker of gastrointestinal drugs that played a role in last year’s takeover battle between Valeant Pharmaceuticals and Allergan, is once again a potential takeover target. Drug Maker Salix Is Once Again a Potential Takeover Target 2015-02-13T05:00:00Z He once threatened the chairman of a takeover target with “a nuclear winter.” The big bad ‘alpha wolf’? William Ackman, like it or not, sits atop the hedge-fund world 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z In a statement after the vote, Dollar General maintained that its proposed combination with Family Dollar was the right one, and bemoaned what it said was a lack of engagement from its takeover target. Family Dollar Shareholders Approve $8.5 Billion Deal 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z Rumors that Vodafone was considering it a takeover target have intensified interest in the company. Liberty Global, Becoming a Big Fish, Risks Attracting the Eye of a Shark 2015-02-16T05:00:00Z Shares in the company climbed almost 8 percent on news of Mr. Gordon’s death, on speculation that Tootsie Roll Industries might be a takeover target. Melvin J. Gordon, Who Ran Tootsie Roll Industries, Dies at 95 2015-01-21T05:00:00Z Companies with such a structure are more difficult takeover targets – important for Sankai because he wants his technology to be used for peaceful purposes not military or “unethical” ones. Japan Mints First Robot Billionaire 2015-01-16T05:00:00Z Shares in Shire edged slightly lower in morning trade on Monday, however, since the NPS deal is likely to reduce talk of Shire as a takeover target. Shire to buy NPS for $5.2 billion to boost rare disease drugs 2015-01-12T05:00:00Z Some analysts speculated it remained a takeover target for another big global drug maker. Shire to Buy NPS Pharmaceuticals for $5.2 Billion 2015-01-11T05:00:00Z All of that has exposed the company as a possible takeover target for its rivals, Gheit says. For BP and chief executive Bob Dudley, a bumpy ride in Russia becomes worse 2015-01-01T05:00:00Z The American whiskey industry is booming, and with the proven market power of “craft” products, small distillers are becoming takeover targets for big business. How Dreams and Money Didn’t Mix at a Texas Distillery 2014-12-27T05:00:00Z Instead, it might be a nice takeover target for one of the tech industry’s Big Four: Apple, Facebook, Amazon or Google. What Happened When Marissa Mayer Tried to Be Steve Jobs 2014-12-17T05:00:00Z In 2000, Christopher Gent, the then chief executive of Vodafone, deployed a German accent while watching a cricket match to describe the head of takeover target Mannesmann as being “more into German poetry and chess”. John Lewis boss apologises for calling France ‘hopeless’ and ‘finished’ 2014-10-03T04:00:00Z The Goldman research analysts said that corporate acquirers tended to be more willing than private equity firms to pay a premium for takeover targets. Take-Private Deals Are Nearly Extinct on Wall Street 2014-09-09T04:00:00Z The firm has already paid out or set aside in penalties or compensation more than $43bn as a result of the accident and has periodically been tipped as a takeover target in its weakened state. BP could face up to $18bn in extra fines after US ruling on Gulf of Mexico spill 2014-09-04T04:00:00Z Of the nine congressional seats up for grabs, two seats held by Democrats are seen by the Republicans as possible takeover targets. Arizona and Florida Primaries to Determine Candidates for Governor 2014-08-26T04:00:00Z But he lifted the stock price not by acquiring properties but by shedding them, making his company a natural takeover target. Time Warner’s Hard Stance on a Bid by Fox, So Far 2014-08-04T04:00:00Z But all the negative sentiment on Wall Street towards Campbell may just be what might trigger a move by some acquisitive groups to consider Campbell as a takeover target, according to some food industry analysts. Campbell Soup May Be The Next Buyout Target Of Warren Buffett 2014-07-16T04:00:00Z Wells Fargo analyst Bonnie Herzog said in a recent note to clients that Monster might be an attractive takeover target for beverage giants such as Coca-Cola or Anheuser-Busch, if its legal issues are successfully managed. A thirst for energy drinks is juicing Monster Beverage's sales 2014-06-29T04:00:00Z The Los Angeles company's abrupt ouster this week of Chief Executive Dov Charney has sparked intense speculation that it is now a prime takeover target. Speculation builds over sale of American Apparel 2014-06-20T04:00:00Z Express is only the $3.5 billion firm’s latest takeover target in the retail industry. Ailing Express Chased By Private Equity Owner Of Talbots, Hot Topic 2014-06-13T04:00:00Z That richly valued proposal — worth $63 a share, 71 percent higher than where Hillshire’s stock was trading before it became a takeover target — was a surprising turn of events for the food company. After a Short, Furious Battle, a Rich Offer for Hillshire 2014-06-09T04:00:00Z Oh dear, this is a slight misunderstanding from the New York Times about Google's Google's recent letter to the SEC about the company’s overseas cash pile, overseas takeover targets and the US tax code. New York Times Misunderstands Google's Overseas Takeovers And Letter To The SEC 2014-05-23T04:00:00Z Bouygues Telecom was already seen as a takeover target in a potential consolidation of the market, where competition has driven prices down by 20 percent in the past two years. Bouygues could turn from predator to prey in French telecoms war 2014-03-17T18:44:37Z They drive global mineral exploration and when they succeed, often become takeover targets for bigger players. Exclusive: Small miners size up mergers, deals may be elusive - Reuters survey 2014-02-25T17:09:28Z Kik Messenger, another popular mobile company, is thought to be a takeover target. DealBook: For Facebook, It’s Users First and Profits Later 2014-02-21T11:23:44Z "Therefore, it's more likely that you'll find a takeover target there," he said after the group reported fourth quarter results. Software AG to continue with acquisitions in 2014 - CEO 2014-01-28T08:07:50Z Investors challenge "well over" 80 percent of mergers and acquisitions in court, even when shareholders of takeover targets receive big premiums, the law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher said in a report last week. U.S. securities class-action suits rise, big Supreme Court case looms 2014-01-28T05:11:50Z And for William Morris Endeavor, no other takeover target could provide the kind of size, scope and scale that IMG would. DealBook: Wall Street Sees Hollywood as a Gateway to Sports and Entertainment 2013-12-19T01:55:56Z It also eases speculation that Mosaic might be a takeover target with a large number of shares in play. UPDATE 1-Fertilizer maker Mosaic to buy back 43.3 million shares 2013-12-09T14:21:34Z Some of the smaller takeover targets are on the hunt themselves. Strong growth, dearth of talent make oil engineers hard to buy 2013-12-06T07:30:00Z There are few other takeover targets in Australia as GrainCorp is the country's last major independent grain handler. ADM suffers one-two punch from GrainCorp, ethanol 2013-12-02T06:00:01Z Elliott, run by U.S. investor Paul E. Singer, is known for building up stakes in takeover targets with the aim of extracting a better price, such as with Kabel Deutschland in September. UPDATE 1-Hedge fund Elliott lifts stake in Celesio 2013-11-26T14:43:56Z Analysts consider Van Diemen's Land, which includes several dairy farms in Tasmania and across northwest Australia, a takeover target. UPDATE 2-Canada's Saputo to take over Warrnambool as Australia's dairy industry consolidates 2013-10-08T04:58:52Z Analysts speculated in June that , the packaged meat and baked goods company spun off by Sara Lee last year, is an attractive takeover target. Brazilian Meatpacker JBS Wrangles the U.S. Beef Industry 2013-09-19T19:15:58Z The investment caused shares in other biometric firms to rise on the back of speculation that they too might become takeover targets. The slow death of the pesky password 2013-09-10T23:26:40Z Identifying takeover targets is more of an art than a science. RPT-Short-sell hedge funds count cost as M&A picks up 2013-09-06T06:15:00Z Brylinski said the most likely takeover targets were independent filling stations as bigger rivals are currently also more interested in expansion than divestments. Poland's PKN eyes petrol stations in Germany-German chief 2013-08-20T06:02:28Z Peoples Federal is a fresh potential takeover target because its moratorium expired July 7. COLUMN-Mutual bank conversions ebb, but still offer big upside 2013-08-07T15:26:04Z In addition, there is currently no large takeover target on Bayer's radar that would justify hiving off MaterialScience to raise cash, they said. Analysis: Bayer immune to pharma's breakup bug? 2013-07-29T14:22:49Z Price is a potential obstacle for buyouts of other perennial takeover targets. DEALTALK-Biotech takeover interest more fad than fashion 2013-07-19T04:59:59Z But the company sold its rail-infrastructure business to Siemens of Germany in May, which not only allowed it to ease its pension burden but also made it a more attractive takeover target. DealBook: Bid for Invensys Gives Investors Appetite for More 2013-07-12T16:17:42Z "Celesio is among the top players in the European and Brazilian pharmaceutical trading sector and is an obvious takeover target." Exclusive: U.S. drug firms vie to take stake in Celesio - sources 2013-07-01T14:42:39Z With the sale, Arinc appears to be a more attractive takeover target for industry buyers, the people said. Carlyle's Arinc draws takeover interest from GE, Rockwell-sources 2013-06-04T15:18:54Z "To become competitive we must reduce operating costs and increase volume significantly," Borgas said at a ceremony marking 20 years of trade in shares of ICL, a takeover target for Canada's Potash Corp. ICL warns Israel phosphate reserves drying up, seeks new license 2013-04-10T12:13:00Z The company is sometimes considered a possible takeover target, with a private equity firm seen as a more likely buyer than a rival given potential competition issues. Wolters Kluwer's online move injects life into health business 2013-03-27T10:59:57Z Finally, could Thomas Cook become a takeover target for German leisure group Tui AG? FTSE 100 records worst weekly fall since November on nerves over Cyprus crisis 2013-03-22T17:55:01Z That cash will be available to raise dividends, buy back shares or acquire the stock of takeover targets. 6 Reasons the Stock Market Could Do Surprisingly Well in 2013 2013-01-22T14:00:37Z Top gold takeover targets were named as Regis Resources , Medusa, and Perseus. Copper miner PanAust tops JP Morgan's Australia M&A picks 2013-01-10T02:39:40Z Groupon shares spiked today, fueled in part by speculation that the struggling daily deals company might be a takeover target for Google. The Friday Stupid Rumor Of The Week: Google Buying Groupon 2012-12-07T22:09:01Z It also has changed markedly in the past two years in response to the incident and may not be such a juicy takeover target that some bankers have suggested. Still a Struggle for BP Shares After Deepwater Settlement 2012-11-26T21:25:32Z Shares of Canadian takeover targets Nexen Inc and Progress Energy Resources both edged lower following the remarks. Canada's Harper - state-owned firms "different kind of player" 2012-11-19T19:59:07Z And both are running deficits in athletics, making them prime takeover targets. An analysis of Maryland’s potential move to the Big Ten 2012-11-18T23:50:23Z In the wake of the Nexen deal, however, some analysts speculated that it might be an attractive takeover target for oil companies seeking to gain toeholds in the Alberta shale. DealBook: Exxon to Buy Canadian Oil and Gas Company for $3.1 Billion 2012-10-17T12:49:16Z The emails were revealed in an unredacted version of a lawsuit filed by shareholders in companies bought by private equity firms, alleging buyout firms held down the value of takeover targets by colluding on deals. UPDATE 1-Buyout executives emails purport to show collusion 2012-10-11T02:07:28Z Many other major companies are scrambling to move into adjacent civilian or commercial markets, or find smaller takeover targets to keep revenues growing, bankers and senior industry executives said. Analysis: After BAE-EADS - small deals, not mega-mergers 2012-10-10T22:47:35Z And by taking one of the most attractive takeover targets, MetroPCS, off the table, T-Mobile may have strengthened its hand at the expense of Sprint. DealBook: T-Mobile Deal for MetroPCS Lifts Pressure on Sprint 2012-10-04T12:25:48Z Sprint's shares were down 1.4 percent, while those of Leap Wireless, another smaller wireless carrier also mooted as a takeover target, fell nearly 15 percent. Deutsche Telekom, MetroPCS to merge U.S. mobile businesses 2012-10-03T16:28:43Z Federal prosecutors charged Mr. Ramnarine with three counts of securities fraud for trading in takeover targets of Bristol-Myers, and the also sued him. DealBook: Insider Trading Case Reveals an Unsophisticated Scheme 2012-08-03T15:01:53Z But after his death last month, speculation has re-emerged that the publicly traded company might be a takeover target. DealBook: After Its Founder's Death, Speculation About Cubic Corp. 2012-07-12T20:49:46Z A note published by French brokerage Cheuvreux on Friday cited Arkema among the main takeover targets in Europe due to the current low valuations. Arkema has attracted takeover approaches - report 2012-07-06T12:48:12Z Sprint's chief executive, Daniel R. Hesse, has said he expects to participate in mergers within the industry, but few attractive takeover targets remain. DealBook: T-Mobile Deal for MetroPCS Lifts Pressure on Sprint 2012-10-04T12:25:48Z But these technology companies are controlled by small groups of shareholders and are unlikely to become a takeover target. Deal Professor: In Silicon Valley, Chieftains Rule With Few Checks and Balances 2012-07-04T22:30:12Z While there is controversy about the retention terms there are also investors who believe that Glencore is not offering good enough terms to link up with its long-standing takeover target Xstrata. Xstrata in shareholder spotlight over £240m top staff payouts 2012-06-21T12:46:02Z “They need to tell the market when they plan to return to profitability, or else they will become a takeover target themselves by the end of this year.” Nokia to Cut 10,000 Jobs and Close 3 Facilities 2012-06-14T11:23:19Z The Man Group’s lackluster growth has also led to speculation it may become a takeover target for a buyer looking to pick up an asset management firm on the cheap. DealBook: Man Group Reshuffles Executives at Flagship Fund 2012-05-08T13:54:53Z The Seattle deal indicates apartment developers are becoming attractive takeover targets as well. Venture Builds on Seattle 2012-04-04T01:08:48Z Private equity players can no longer offer high valuations, financed by debt, to takeover targets, so local contacts able to woo companies are increasingly important. Permira Goes Bargain-Hunting, Even in Europe?s Troubled Periphery 2012-02-20T23:07:02Z In the past that might have made it a takeover target for a cost-cutting tie-up. Dealtalk: Shire may be exception in pharma M&A trend 2012-02-13T15:48:57Z While RadioShack was a compelling takeover target in the past for Best Buy Co., RadioShack Options Signaling Deal as Short Sales Climb: Real M&A 2012-02-10T03:05:37Z The third-largest U.S. airline became a takeover target after filing for court protection on Nov. 29. AMR’s Horton Expects American to Leave Bankruptcy Without Merger 2012-02-04T13:53:38Z McKechnie also cited speculation that RIM may be a takeover target. RIM Gains on Speculation Drop Caused by New CEO Was Overdone 2012-01-25T22:17:02Z The acquisition prompted speculation about Taleo as a possible takeover target. Taleo Plunges as Billings May Fall Short: San Francisco Mover 2012-01-21T00:22:24Z Since then Shire, which last week posted a 47 percent jump in fourth quarter earnings, has been rumored frequently as a takeover target. Dealtalk: Shire may be exception in pharma M&A trend 2012-02-13T15:48:57Z Q. Some might say Edens is an attractive takeover target. | The 30-Minute Interview: The 30-Minute Interview: Terry S. Brown 2012-01-17T23:38:40Z Olympus remains a thorny takeover target for potential bidders because the multi-national remains under investigation by police, prosecutors and regulators at home as well as by law-enforcement agencies in the United States and Britain. Samsung not looking at Olympus stake but open to alliance 2012-01-13T02:42:02Z That’s led to media speculation that the company may be a takeover target. Argos Proves Loser in U.K. as Wal-Mart Gains With Amazon: Retail 2012-01-11T10:34:30Z In the past three years, deals involving western European software companies as takeover targets had a medium multiple of 9.23 times Ebitda. Software AG’s 26% Slump Makes Company Cheaper Target for HP 2012-01-10T13:01:01Z “The cheaper it gets the more attractive takeover target it becomes,” McLoughlin said. Vestas Future Questioned After Revenue Forecasts Cut Twice 2012-01-04T18:14:01Z Solar-Fabrik AG is also a potential takeover target for Chinese producers because of a successful business model, access to German sales channels and a “very cheap” price, the Equinet analyst said. LDK Solar Enters German Market, Adds Technology With Sunways Bid 2012-01-02T23:44:25Z The combined producer may be an attractive takeover target for Chinese or Indian companies seeking supply, Armytage Private Ltd., a Melbourne-based fund manager, said this month. Record Coal Deals Whittle Targets as Prices Climb: Commodities 2011-12-21T01:19:07Z The company, which is cheaper than any of its rival industrial-chemical producers, may be a takeover target for Saudi Basic Industries Corp. and DuPont Co. after deciding to spin off its unprofitable vinyls business. European Stocks Climb on German Report; UniCredit, BNP Advance 2011-12-20T11:44:07Z The group is often touted as a takeover target. Nobel Biocare board discusses Bain Capital interest-paper 2011-12-18T11:59:45Z The Federal Cartel Office said in a statement that it agreed with Unitymedia, owned by Liberty Global, and takeover target Kabel BW on "wide ranging" measures that strengthen the competitive position of rivals. UPDATE 1-German cartel office approves Kabel BW takeover 2011-12-15T11:48:06Z The combined company may also be an attractive takeover target for Chinese or Indian companies seeking coal supply, Rudd said. Whitehaven Agrees to Buy Tinkler Coal Assets for A$2.75 Billion 2011-12-12T03:33:52Z By contrast, Sterne Agee's Wu said the main reason he wasn't telling clients to sell their RIM holdings is the company's intrinsic value as a takeover target. Analysts split on BlackBerry's fate 2011-11-28T17:42:49Z “There’s no doubt about it that it’s a takeover target.” Vestas May Cut 2015 Targets After Reduction to Annual Forecasts 2011-11-09T01:11:26Z Becton makes sense as a takeover target for J&J, according to Haverford Trust, as it moves away from selling drugs. Becton Valued Like It’s 1993 Invites Medical Takeovers: Real M&A 2011-11-04T13:02:29Z Being a premium-listed company can also help a company clinch deals or make them more attractive takeover targets. Analysis: Fear of Kremlin whim stalks Russian FTSE hopes 2011-10-27T14:51:49Z Third Wave was the subject of takeover speculation since at least June 2007 when Reuters reported that it may be a potential takeover target. SAC Netted $14 Million in Suspect Trades 2011-10-25T02:22:01Z That’s because Yahoo is now seen as a likely takeover target. Yahoo likely to report another ho-hum performance in 3Q as takeover talk amplifies 2011-10-17T16:38:23Z Chief Executive Officer Meg Whitman said the company aims to decide whether to spin off its personal-computer division by the end of October and won’t look for big takeover targets in the software industry. U.S. Stocks Advance on European Debt Optimism, Economic Data 2011-10-08T05:19:02Z The stock is so cheap now that Stada may be a takeover target, David Adlington, an analyst with JPMorgan Chase & Co. in London, said in a note to investors last week. Stada Would Consider Merging With Branded-Drug Maker, Biotech 2011-10-03T22:25:02Z Inc. paid more than $1 billion to become the biggest investor in Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., it’s now a potential takeover target for the Chinese Internet company. Jack Ma's Alibaba Could Buy Its Biggest Investor 2011-10-03T03:56:01Z A Merriman Capital said the 3D technology company is a takeover target, or may be taken private, since its shares are so low. Chevron, Walgreen, Research In Motion, RealD are among big market movers 2011-09-27T21:21:32Z Small banks in less affluent and more indebted regions will face even greater risks of rising bad loans, making them possible takeover targets of their larger and healthier rivals, they say. Analysis: China's local debt pile may trigger small bank mergers 2011-09-20T12:22:45Z Shares in companies that were rumored to be potential United Technologies takeover targets, which also include Rockwell Collins and Textron, rose on Friday. DealBook: United Technologies Said to Pursue Goodrich 2011-09-17T00:53:04Z Goodrich is the most likely of the takeover targets United Technologies is studying, one person said. S&P 500 Posts Third-Biggest Gain Since 2009 Amid Europe Optimism 2011-09-17T00:20:01Z Goodrich, which has a market value of $11.6 billion, is the most likely of the takeover targets United Technologies is studying, one person said. United Technologies Said to Be Exploring Goodrich Takeover 2011-09-16T22:17:01Z Tomczyk said E*Trade stock tends to trade as a takeover target, making it pricier. TD Ameritrade plays down idea of E*Trade bid 2011-09-07T18:46:32Z In a research note late Tuesday, Schachter predicted there will be a wide range of conjecture about Yahoo’s future, with the most likely speculation centering on Yahoo as a takeover target during a vulnerable time. Carol Bartz dumped as Yahoo?s CEO with 16 months left on contract; CFO named interim leader 2011-09-07T03:22:46Z YET A major draw for investors is Rite Aid's potential as a takeover target, despite its market value of just $1 billion. Analysis: Big name investors, funds bet on Rite Aid recovery 2011-09-01T16:20:49Z It this project that has provoked market speculation about Harmony as an enticing takeover target because it is regarded as such a rich deposit. Harmony Gold CEO says undervalued, not vulnerable 2011-08-25T08:00:59Z “I would not call it a takeover target.” HP Makes ‘Big Bet’ on Software, Not Likely Target, Fiorina Says 2011-08-23T00:10:13Z However one Carrefour investor, who declined to be named, said spinning off the emerging market assets would leave a western European business that was more digestible as a takeover target for private equity firms. Carrefour edges closer to break up as shares slide 2011-08-05T13:26:09Z DeCinces bought shares of the takeover target in a series of transactions, at one point liquidating a diverse portfolio of 110 stocks to pay for his purchase, the SEC said. Former Oriole Doug DeCinces charged with insider trading 2011-08-04T23:14:21Z Maple Leaf, a top meat processor and baker, may present an attractive takeover target, with its shares considered undervalued and having embarked on an ambitious plan to modernize operations, Gibson said. UPDATE 3-Maple Leaf Foods adopts rights plan, shares rise 2011-07-28T14:11:07Z Despite the lack of focus, Comverge has significant value, and at current prices would make an attractive takeover target for other companies in the space. Comverge, Diverge, or Merge? 2011-07-18T16:10:14Z Those companies and a long list of others are considered by Wall Street analysts to be takeover targets as a perfect storm for deal-making brews. Analysis: Many U.S. energy companies seen ripe for picking 2011-07-15T17:23:10Z But what are seen as most attractive takeover targets -- electronics and intelligence divisions -- are where the company wants to focus its growth. Dealtalk: L-3 eyes some divestitures but no breakup 2011-07-13T15:53:40Z Its share price -- down more than 50 percent this year -- has led to calls for management change and suggestions RIM could become a takeover target. RIM could do better as two businesses: analyst 2011-07-12T17:45:29Z Following the split up both companies were seen as potential takeover targets. China's Bright Food mulls bid for Australia's Treasury Wine-report 2011-07-02T05:21:24Z London Stock Exchange Group PLC's shares rose Thursday after the failure of its planned tie-up with Canada's TMX Group Inc. left it exposed as a possible takeover target. LSE Seen as Takeover Target 2011-06-30T12:16:16Z London Stock Exchange Group Plc may be active after the U.K. bourse scrapped its bid for TMX Group Inc. and UBS AG said the company may now be a takeover target. European Stock-Index Futures Climb; LSE, Vodafone, EADS May Move 2011-06-30T06:53:31Z The solar industry presents a rich hunting ground for utilities and industrial conglomerates, given the range of attractive takeover targets. Solar Firms Attract Market Interest, but Few Are for Sale 2011-06-26T15:29:00Z These are companies with a stock market value of at least $10 billion that would be prime takeover targets except that they are too big. Dealtalk: Tech giants shy from megadeals: senior banker 2011-06-13T16:09:20Z Nokia's falling share price has triggered speculation it may be a takeover target, but bankers say Nokia is far from attracting real suitors due to skepticism about its recovery. Fresh blow for Nokia as CTO ducks out 2011-06-09T10:07:15Z The Wall Street Journal’s Heard on the Street column said that Temple was a potential takeover target on Oct. Trader May Have 267% Option Payday on Bid for Temple-Inland 2011-06-07T20:46:31Z In high- growth markets outside of Asia, Axa may look at possible acquisitions in Brazil, de Castries said today, without naming any takeover targets. Axa Targets EU6 Billion Operating Profit Amid Asian Growth 2011-06-01T16:56:02Z Since Maple launched its rival bid on May 14, the LSE's shares have been rising steadily on the prospect that it could end up becoming a takeover target. UPDATE 2-LSE confident in TMX tussle as Maple goes hostile 2011-05-26T15:38:10Z Recent speculation that the company may be takeover target is “understandable,” given the attractiveness of the business, Chief Executive Officer Alison Watkins said on a conference call. Asian Stocks Rise as Commodity Producers Gain on Oil, Copper 2011-05-26T04:31:31Z Smurfit-Stone officials contend the company was a takeover target while in Chapter 11 and took no steps to ward off offers when it emerged from court protection. Smurfit Holders Ask Judge to Block $3.5 Billion Buyout Bid 2011-05-18T21:17:29Z Buffett uses his meeting and annual Omaha, Nebraska, press conference to promote Berkshire’s growth, pitch the company as an acquirer to potential takeover targets and tout his emphasis on ethics. Buffett to Face Questions on Sokol 2011-04-29T04:09:14Z Now, analysts say, the talk in the market is that SGX itself is a takeover target. Special Report: How Singapore lost Down Under in ASX bid 2011-04-21T06:24:30Z But according to analysts, the company is largely undervalued by investors because of its diverse mix of businesses, making the company a potential takeover target. DealBook: Schneider Electric of France Begins Talks With Tyco 2011-04-13T00:32:15Z Their combined efforts helped improve traffic and revenues – which totalled $31m last year – until the site became a takeover target for AOL. Bloggers take legal action over Huffington Post sale 2011-04-12T16:02:36Z But Anglo is also benefiting from analysts at Bernstein tipping it as a takeover target. Anglo American leads miners higher as analysts tip it as takeover target 2011-04-08T13:27:59Z “The chance to become a takeover target may well increase with ongoing underperformance, however, obviously at a downward- adjusted price.” TNT Shares Drop as Business ‘Volatility’ Hurts Express Profit 2011-04-08T08:04:07Z Harmony, which last month dismissed speculation it was a takeover target, closed yesterday at a two-year high in Johannesburg. Harmony Gold May Sell Bonds to Fund Share of $3 Billion Mine 2011-04-07T04:59:58Z "PanAust is seen as the market's most likely takeover target in the copper sector after Equinox," said IG Markets institutional dealer Chris Weston. Asia Mostly Higher; Exporters up in Tokyo on Weak Yen 2011-04-04T01:54:33Z Harmony surged 12 percent yesterday on speculation after RBC Capital Markets upgraded the stock to “outperform” because it may become a takeover target. South Africa Stocks Significantly Overvalued, Investec Says 2011-03-25T16:17:02Z French politicians do indeed have a habit of making absurd arguments about takeover targets being “strategic”, as PepsiCo discovered six years ago when it was warned off Danone, a French dairy group. The battle for Parmalat: Italy's yogurt is also strategic 2011-03-24T11:50:01Z Liberty has previously identified Kabel BW as a possible takeover target. Liberty Said to Near Deal on Kabel BW as CVC, Hellman Exit 2011-03-21T11:47:00Z Before the stake sale, United Community's depleted capital levels made it a prime takeover target. United Community Banks to sell stake for $380 million 2011-03-16T23:32:34Z The company’s sales and share price sank so low that insiders worried Starbucks might become a takeover target. A Changed Starbucks. A Changed C.E.O. 2011-03-12T20:11:38Z “Scor’s strategic plan is to carry biometric risks” and the company may look at purchase opportunities for assets including mortality reinsurance, he said, without naming any takeover targets. Scor Is Said to Be in Talks to Buy Aegon’s Transamerica Re 2011-03-08T10:13:01Z The drug's approval will turn Human Genome from money-losing biotech to an industry star and takeover target. Big Human Genome lupus drug nears market 2011-03-07T19:09:14Z Last month, it emerged as a potential takeover target after the company sold its well support unit to America's GE for £1.7bn. ITV and Wood set to join FTSE 100 2011-03-07T18:34:22Z “We are not aware of anyone looking at us as a takeover target,” Gary Billingsley, chairman of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan- based Great Western, said in an e-mail. Molycorp Surges as China Raises Rare Earth Deal Stakes: Real M&A 2011-03-07T00:14:39Z The biggest potential takeover targets likely to be in Diageo’s sights are American and French. Diageo's deals: Replenishing the drinks cabinet 2011-03-03T10:48:30Z Water companies were wanted as E.ON's £3.5bn sale of its UK wires and pylons to Pennsylvania Power and Light put the spotlight on the attractions of utility companies as takeover targets. Cairn Energy climbs 2% on hopes for Indian deal resolution, but FTSE falls again 2011-03-02T17:12:27Z Troy Hey, a spokesman for Foster’s in Melbourne, declined to comment on “market speculation” the company may be a takeover target. SABMiller Spurning Femsa Means Higher Foster’s Price: Real M&A 2011-02-24T08:28:41Z The ranking is based on deals in which Barclays advised a U.S. takeover target or a U.S. company buying another U.S. company. Banking on Lehman, Barclays Rises in M&A 2011-02-17T22:00:00Z A share sale would depend on Talanx’s “ability to find an interesting takeover target abroad,” Haas said in an interview last year. Talanx’s Decade-Old IPO Plans Lure Investors as Insurers Rally 2011-02-18T01:25:00Z He said that its technology, international presence and distribution system could make it an attractive takeover target. Analysis: Investors tired of waiting for Kodak to develop 2011-02-16T19:16:31Z For Nasdaq in particular, possible partners or takeover targets include BATS, which is in talks to acquire Europe’s Chi-X, or potentially seeking to break up the London-Toronto exchanges deal. DealBook: What's Next for Exchange Mergers? 2011-02-10T20:46:41Z At the time, the head of Germany's Social Democratic Party, Franz Muentefering described private equity firms as "locusts," which sucked takeover targets dry. Grohe owners readying for IPO or sale: sources 2011-02-04T15:42:25Z The company, which has been battered since the explosion and is a likely takeover target, is seeking to avoid liability for the April 5, 2010 accident. Mine Operator Maintains That Huge Seep Caused Blast 2011-01-28T21:30:44Z The firm's equity analysts identified about 100 takeover targets across nine sectors: banking, basic materials, consumer, energy, healthcare, industrials, technology and communication services, and utilities, according to a report released on Thursday. FACTBOX-Morningstar's list of potential M&A targets 2011-01-20T20:01:20Z North America’s second- largest fertilizer producer, will be a “possible” takeover target as Cargill Inc. divests its $24.3 billion stake in the company over the next two years. Mosaic Facing Possible Bid as Cargill Divests Stake 2011-01-19T22:27:02Z Spokesmen for all the companies in this story mentioned as takeover targets either declined to comment or did not respond to requests for comment. A Winning Stock Strategy: Sell on the Rumor 2011-01-13T22:00:00Z As standards of living improve in countries like China and India, global demand for food is rising and companies that produce fertilizer are being seen as attractive takeover targets. DealBook: Cargill to Split Off Mosaic Unit in Complex Deal 2011-01-19T14:37:44Z Companies involved in producing crop nutrients are seen as takeover targets in ... Cargill to Give Up Mosaic Stake 2011-01-19T00:12:48Z We remain of the view that Smith and Nephew is a potential takeover target, but, with the shares now slightly ahead of our price target, we suggest that investors consider taking some profits. Smith & Nephew recovers nearly 3% as Credit Suisse revives J&J bid talk 2011-01-12T11:58:44Z Simon faced resistance from a takeover target twice in the past year. Simon Property Abandons Bid for U.K. Mall Owner Capital Shopping 2011-01-11T07:33:02Z Short selling to speculate on declines on supposed takeover targets produced more than twice the average return generated by U.S. stocks, data compiled by Bloomberg show. Short the Rumor Pays 14% on Takeover Tales That Don’t Come True 2011-01-11T00:13:29Z Rice said he expects to benefit from ongoing industry consolidation, even though he doesn’t pick stocks because they may be takeover targets. BlackRock’s Rice Sees Coal Stocks Doubling as Oil Nears $100 2011-01-06T08:21:56Z While BP had begun the year looking for potential takeover targets, it ended 2010 the butt of stock market rumours that it could soon be on the end of a bid from its arch-rival Shell. Golden goodbyes, silver linings, bankers' cash and Icelandic ash 2010-12-31T07:00:03Z It is also on the lookout for takeover targets, probably in America. EADS: Peace on the Rhine 2010-12-29T10:57:07Z At the same time, Western European executives pursued takeover targets in faster-growing emerging markets. DealBook: Europe's Deal Makers Place Hopes in Emerging Markets 2010-12-23T00:44:41Z It is now expected by analysts to spend more than 2 billion euros on acquisitions, making it less of a takeover target itself. DSM hits M&A road with $1.1 billion Martek buy 2010-12-21T18:19:55Z The Goldman strategists said the trend is also highlighted by a lower skew, meaning call options are well bid compared to put options among companies considered to be takeover targets. Goldman sees more focus on M&A in U.S. options market 2010-12-17T20:34:21Z Shares of takeover target M&I were up 20 percent at $6.95 in New York. Canada's BMO doubles U.S. presence with M&I buy 2010-12-17T16:44:17Z China's miners, many of which are government-owned, have traditionally sought buyouts and management control, but that approach is being challenged by growing resources protectionism, and a depleting number of quality takeover targets worldwide. Analysis: Stakes and loans to shape China's 2011 mining M&A menu 2010-12-10T07:01:00Z Over on Aim Edenville Energy - which speculators have tipped as a tasty takeover target - added 22% to 1.465p despite the company saying it was not aware of any reason for the price rise. Capital Shopping Centres loses 5% on fading bid hopes, while FTSE dips on US tax cut concerns 2010-12-08T16:55:00Z On top of that there was also some vague bid speculation surrounding S&N, with UBS highlighting the company earlier this week as a possible takeover target. Smith & Nephew shines as FTSE takes government spending cuts in its stride 2010-10-20T16:25:00Z The company is viewed as a potential takeover target, despite its £400m pension deficit. Premier Foods investors pile on pressure for asset sales to cut debts 2010-10-02T23:07:00Z "STALLING TACTIC" Litigation such as Potash Corp's is a standard tactic that takeover targets use to stall, legal experts say, and rarely do such suits alter the outcome of a battle. Potash Corp sues BHP as takeover struggle escalates 2010-09-23T06:21:00Z During a visit to the home base of its takeover target intended to build political support in Canada, Kloppers brushed aside rumors that China, through its state-owned companies, might be assembling a rival bid. UPDATE 1-BHP CEO says not planning to change Potash bid 2010-09-20T17:47:00Z Oil majors are increasingly on the lookout for acquisition opportunities to build up their production and reserves, with Tullow Oil recently tipped to be a possible takeover target. Koreans closer to Dana Petroleum deal after share spree 2010-09-17T12:36:00Z Also suggested as a takeover target was , up 26p at £11.82 as rumours went round the market about a possible £20 a share offer. Bid talk helps lift FTSE, with Cable & Wireless Worldwide and Tullow in focus 2010-09-06T16:09:00Z Speculation has swirled in the City that Premier is a takeover target, with Associated British Foods, Kraft of the US and Tata of India cited as possible bidders. Premier Foods investors pile on pressure for asset sales to cut debts 2010-10-02T23:07:00Z Most analysts say the German company is a less attractive takeover target than peers because of its relatively limited domestic deposits and strong focus on mature European markets. Analysis: Potash shake-up puts K+S quest for partner in doubt 2010-09-06T11:23:00Z Mr. Wiedeking, who declined to comment for this article, recognized that Porsche needed to cement its ties with the larger company, which at the time was regarded as a possible takeover target. Will Porsche Still Shine in Volkswagen?s Garage? 2010-08-28T21:52:00Z The state-run bank is studying 17 possible takeover targets in the United States and will buy at least two, Bendine said in the interview. Banco do Brasil CEO seeks global expansion-report 2010-08-27T11:56:00Z The SSL deal prompted some speculation of other possible takeover targets. Apple results and bid hopes lift FTSE for first time in six days 2010-07-21T11:34:00Z That might leave small banks as takeover targets, or force them to collapse. Bailed-out small US banks face takeover risk -panel 2010-07-14T04:01:00Z But Fustier was not willing to comment on whether BP was a possible takeover target. Delays in sealing oil pipe fan doubts on BP's survival 2010-06-02T21:31:00Z If BP's share price continues to fall, it could become a takeover target. BP oil spill: Shares fall further 2010-06-02T07:59:00Z On the principle that unsuccessful predators often end up as prey, the market is alive with the idea that the Pru is now "in play" as a takeover target. No room at the top after Pru debacle 2010-06-01T19:54:00Z It said that judging by the increasingly hostile rhetoric coming from the White House, BP might even be prevented from operating in the US, which could make it a takeover target. Gulf oil spill: BP could face ban as US launches criminal investigation 2010-06-01T21:15:00Z But other private equity firms also view it as a potential takeover target. UPDATE 2-Terra Firma gets approaches for parts of EMI-source 2010-05-28T10:53:00Z It was Peabody's fourth failed bid for Macarthur, which became a takeover target because of its pulverised coal, a cheaper and cleaner coal coveted by steel-makers. UPDATE 1-Australia's Macarthur spurns Peabody's $3.3 bln bid 2010-05-18T02:12:00Z Home Retail was upgraded by Morgan Stanley from underweight to equal weight, partly due to the Argos and Homebase owner's attractions as a possible takeover target. Bid talk returns to Home Retail but FTSE falls again on Greek woes 2010-05-05T16:21:00Z Mr. Perry said BP "might not be here in a couple of years' time" unless it did something different, according to managers who attended, hinting it could become a takeover target. BP Crisis Undermines CEO's Changes 2010-05-03T01:42:00Z Live Nation was saddled with so much debt — about $800 million, much of it for maintaining venues and for upfront fees for artists — that Mr. Rapino worried about becoming a takeover target. Ticketmaster Joins Live Nation, and an Industry Quakes 2010-04-25T02:20:00Z He also tamped down rumors that E*Trade, hard hit by the mortgage-market crisis, was a takeover target. UPDATE 3-New E*Trade CEO sees progress despite another loss 2010-04-21T22:56:00Z E*Trade, long rumored a takeover target, is showing signs of recovery from the mortgage market losses that have plagued it the last few years. Exclusive: TD Ameritrade eyeing deals, sees dividend 2010-04-15T01:25:00Z That creates opportunities for private equity firms to focus on structuring new investment vehicles, attracting new investors and looking for more interesting takeover targets. Unfazed by IPO glut, buyout firms thrive in Brazil 2010-04-14T16:30:00Z The company's pension deficit is an issue that City analysts have long said needed to be tackled for the broadcaster to become a viable takeover target. ITV cuts pension deficit by ?124m 2010-03-26T16:38:00Z The German group has long been a suggested takeover target but its management has steadfastly rebuffed approaches -- at least until now. DEALTALK-Pfizer may target Stada if it loses Ratiopharm 2010-03-17T14:15:00Z With few obvious takeover targets left in Brazil, this deal offers the firm expanded horizons. 2010-02-04T10:41:00Z With a market value of $6 billion and a business focused purely on security software, McAfee is a prime takeover target, they added. 2010-02-04T02:17:00Z "We believe that consolidation talks are widespread across the online gaming sector and that most companies could be considered to be both potential industry consolidators and takeover targets," he said. 2010-02-02T14:48:00Z Hedge funds say they make stocks more liquid and point out that in order to accumulate positions in takeover targets, they often buy stock from supposedly long-term institutional investors who are happy to sell out. 2010-01-15T17:16:00Z |
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