International Paper bids for rival

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International Paper Co. has made a bid of $6.2 billion (6.6 billion euros) to acquire Champion International Corp. The deal would be a cash-and-stock one.

Champion International Corp., International Paper Co., CHA, IP

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Georgia-Pacific takeover plan may set off antitrust concerns

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Georgia-Pacific Corp. deal to acquire Fort James Corp. could cause concerns over antitrust issues. Georgia-Pacific is acquiring Fort James for $7.51 billion (8.36 billion euros) in cash and shares.

Sawmills, Sawmills and Planing Mills, Sawmill Products, Planning, Antitrust law, Fort James Corp., Georgia-Pacific Corp., FJ, GP, Lumber industry

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Willamette rejects sweetened offer from Weyerhauser

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Weyerhaeuser Co.'s increased offer has been turned down by Willamette Industries Inc. The increased offer was $50 (56.60 euros) per share.

LUMBER AND WOOD PRODUCTS, Wood & Wood Products, Wood Product Manufacturing, Weyerhaeuser Co., Willamette Industries Inc., WY, WLL

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