United States
IBM acquires Fiberlink for mobile device management
New York-based International Business Machines (IBM) bought mobile security firm Fiberlink Communications for an undisclosed amount to amp up its poorly-rated mobile device management (MDM) solution.
FAIRHOLME CAPITAL MANAGEMENT PROPOSES TO BUY INSURANCE BUSINESSES FROM FANNIE MAE AND FREDDIE MAC
Fairholme Capital Management announces proposal for purchase of insurance businesses from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
What to watch in the day ahead
The world's largest retailer is likely to provide an update on its layaway program's results and on early indications of whether shoppers are taking to its first holiday specials. Wall Street is waiting to see whether Wal-Mart again cuts its fiscal year forecast.
Top deals of the day - Mergers & Acquisitions
The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported on Wednesday including BNP Paribas, Facebook, Crocs, VTB Capital and Flybe Group.