Buyout Consortium Falls Short for Life Tech

Thermo Fisher's bid for Life Technologies remained the best offer compared to an effort of buyout firms to put together a bid proposal.


Google Glass Gets Venture Capital Backing

Google Glass gets backing from venture capital firms. A number of venture capital firms have teamed up to provide funding for companies working on Google Glass.

MetroPCS Shareholders Await Management's Moves

Before the MetroPCS shareholder meeting, the shareholders that had filed suit are now wondering the next move the merging firms.

KGHM of Poland Ramping Up Acquisitions

KGHM, with a goal towards being the top copper producer, is ramping up its acquisitions every two or three years.


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