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The advertising world is changing fast — mergers can help firms stay ahead of the curve

by Elizabeth Trovall
Dec 9, 2024
Omnicom says its acquisition of rival Interpublic Group makes it well positioned to grow under the “new era of marketing."
The rise of AI and social media have disrupted the advertising industry. Omnicom hopes its merger with IPG will keep the company ahead of the curve.
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What is a SPAC, and why do companies use them?

by Stephanie Hughes
Mar 25, 2024
SPAC stands for special purpose acquisition company. It's how the parent company of Donald Trump's Truth Social platform is planning to go public.
Trump Media & Technology Group could start trading on the market as early as today thanks to an assist from a SPAC.
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Acquire or be acquired may be the new reality for small and midsize banks

by Justin Ho
Mar 14, 2024
Many are struggling with high deposit rates and shaky commercial real estate portfolios. Some seek to bulk up as a solution.
First Republic failed and was absorbed by JPMorgan Chase. Due to pressures in the banking industry, some expect to see more consolidation.
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CBS and Viacom to reunite as media giants bulk

by Associated Press
Aug 13, 2019
The reunion will help these companies navigate a competitive streaming landscape, according to analysts.
CBS headquarters in New York City.
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Raytheon and United Technologies plan to merge

by Kimberly Adams
Jun 10, 2019
The new company would become the nation's No. 2 defense contractor.
A company sign is posted at a Raytheon Co. campus on June 10, 2019 in El Segundo, California.
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Fiat Chrysler and Renault might be headed toward a merger

by Andy Uhler
May 27, 2019
A team-up between the two companies could lead to a huge boost in production, but a decrease in demand for new cars is expected.
The logos of automobile companies (LtoR) Abarth, Lancia, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Jeep are pictured at the entrance to the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) at the Fiat Mirafiori car plant on May 27, 2019 in Turin, northern Italy. - French and Italian-US auto giants Renault and Fiat Chrysler are set to announce talks on an alliance, with a view to a potential merger.
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T-Mobile-Sprint merger plans spark concern

by Andy Uhler
Feb 13, 2019
Representatives from T-Mobile and Sprint are on Capitol Hill today and tomorrow to discuss a planned $26 billion merger.
John Legere (R), CEO and President of T-Mobile US, and Marcelo Claure, Executive Chairman of Sprint, testify about the T-Mobile and Sprint merger during a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, February 13, 2019.
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Why mergers are as complicated as relationships

by Sabri Ben-Achour
Aug 9, 2018
Companies date, some break up, others marry and try their odds.
Brass letters mark the entrance of the Tribune Tower. Much have the iconic building has been converted for residential purposes.
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What consolidation among food distributors means for your dinner

by Erika Beras
Jul 30, 2018
U.S. Foods Holding Corp, already among the largest food service distributors in the country, announced today that it is buying five businesses from Service Group of America. It’s a $1.8 billion cash deal that adds up to $3.2 billion in annual sales and 3,400 employees in a push West across the U.S.  But what does that mean for your […]
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Why Hulu is a real prize in the battle for Fox

by Ashley Milne-Tyte
Jul 13, 2018
The service has 20 million subscribers and produces award winning original programs.
Cecily Strong speaks onstage at Hulu's Upfront Presentation on April 30, 2014 in New York City. 
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