mergers and acquisitions
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Blog postLegislators question bank merger, Fed’s approval process
SunTrust Banks and BB&T Corp. recently announced merger plans. The deal is drawing the scrutiny of Congressional Democrats, less for the details of the merger than the regulatory atmosphere that encouraged it and the forthcoming approval process.
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Senate Democrats flag concerns with merger of T-Mobile and Sprint
Senate Democrats are urging the FCC and Department of Justice to closely consider whether T-Mobile’s planned acquisition of Sprint will hurt competition and harm consumers.
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FTC’s speedy approval of Amazon/Whole Foods deal draws scrutiny
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) is questioning the speed of the FTC’s review and approval of Amazon's blockbuster acquisition of Whole Foods. “I am concerned about the decision not to fully review [the deal],” she says.
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Looking to buy? Be sure and complete your due diligence
Tom Fox explores a recent report on wealthy American businessmen attempting to purchase London soccer clubs for a weekend outing and their due diligence duties.
