2006-08
26 13:07:13Xstrata claims 97.1 pct of Falconbridge, begins compulsory acquisition of shares
LONDON (AFX) - Xstrata PLC said it now owns 97.1 pct of Falconbridge Ltd after acquiring a further 4.9 pct by last night's deadline to accept its 62.50 cad per share offer for the Canadian group.
2006-08
26 09:31:13Apax, KKR drop Signet bid plans
LONDON (AFX) - Private equity groups Apax and KKR have abandoned their plans for a possible offer for Anglo-American jewellery retailer Signet Group PLC. For more information and to contact AFX: www.afxnews.com and www.afxpress.com