Portugal Telecom, Telefonica spark fresh merger talk

Article Abstract:

Telefonica SA and Portugal Telecom SA are rumoured to be discussing a possible merger. However, such a deal would have to clear major regulatory hurdles.

Spain

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Portugal Telecom's 25% stock drop is blamed on offer for Telesp Celular

Article Abstract:

Portugal Telecom SA's bid to acquire Telesp Celular Particpacoes SA is being blamed for the drop in the former's stock price. Portugal Telecom's share valued fell 25% in June 2001.

Radiotelephone communications, Cellular and Other Wireless Telecommunications, Mobile Radio Services, Wireless communications services, Telesp Celular Participacoes S.A.

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France Telecom, Telefonica may join battle for control of Telecom Italia

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France Telecom S.A. and Spain's Telefonica S.A. are both considering making counteroffers for Telecom Italia S.p.A. Bids have already been made by AT&T and its Mexican affiliate America Movil S.A. The Italian government has voiced its preference that ownership of Telecom Italia remain within the country.

Acquisitions & mergers, Communications, Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Italy, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, France, Company acquisition/merger, Communications industry, Telecom Italia S.p.A., France Telecom S.A., FTE, Company business planning, TI, TEF

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