Vodafone gets control of Airtel in end to struggle with BT; rivals to share ownership of No. 2 Spanish mobile operator

Article Abstract:

Article discussing how Vodafone AirTouch PLC will acquire a majority share of Airtel Movil S.A. British Telecommunications PLC (BT) will probably sell out of the Spanish company if it goes public later in 2000. If market conditions prohibit an IPO, Vodafone has an option to buy out BT's share.

Spain, Brief Article, British Telecommunications PLC, Airtel Movil S.A.

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France Telecom steps up talks to buy Orange

Article Abstract:

France Telecom SA has intensified its negotiations with Vodafone AirTouch PLC for the acquisition of Orange PLC. France Telecom is offering to buy Orange for 40 billion euros in cash and stock.

France, France Telecom S.A., Orange PLC, FTE

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Vodafone to buy stake in Swisscom Mobile Group

Article Abstract:

Vodafone AirTouch PLC is acquiring a minority share of Swisscom AG's mobile phone assets. Vodafone is acquiring the share for 4.5 billion Swiss francs (2.96 billion euros).

Foreign operations, Switzerland, Swisscom AG

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