Regulators to scrutinise defence deal

Article Abstract:

National security aspects of the planned acquisition of Racal Electronics by French Thomson-CSF are to be examined by the UK Director-General of Fair Trading. The UK Ministry of Defence will act to ensure that British security interests are protected.

Thales S.A., Defense industry, United Kingdom. Ministry of Defence, Racal Electronics Proprietary Ltd.

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Could pension provision slow down M&A?

Article Abstract:

The effect of the government's review of pension funds on potential mergers and acquisitions is examined. The implications of a central discontinuation fund, an insurance system to discharge funds' liabilities in the event of bankruptcy, is analyzed.

Management, Securities, Pension funds, United States. Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.

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Would you credit it?

Article Abstract:

It is expected that there will be a downturn in business for credit providers if the economy slows into recession and people decide to stop spending. Consequently there has been some merger and acquisitions activity within the industry.

Commercial finance companies

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