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China Southern Airlines To Buy Airplanes from Boeing To Facilitate Optimization Of Company's Fleet Structure
Shaw Communications Announces Plans To Acquire WIND Mobile To Enhance Product Offerings
Zurich Acquires Rural Community Insurance Services, Expands Its Existing Portfolio Of Products And Services
Zurich Insurance Group has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring 100 percent of Rural Community Insurance Services, a leading provider of agricultural insurance in the U.S., from Wells Fargo & Company. The acquisition will expand Zurich’s existing portfolio of products and services, and strengthen its top five position in the U.S. commercial insurance.
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Courtney Holt To Replace Ynon Kreiz As President And Head Of Maker Studios
The Walt Disney Company has announced in a press release that Ynon Kreiz, the president and head of Maker Studios, will be leaving the company. The company is promoting Courtney Holt, the current chief strategy officer, to executive vice president and head of Maker Studios, effective immediately.
Trader Joe's Recalls Triple Ginger Brew Due To Reports Of Unopened Bottles Exploding
Trader Joe’s has announced in a press release, published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, that they are voluntarily recalling the company’s Triple Ginger Brew. The recall is due to reports of unopened bottles potentially bursting.
Barclays To Sell Risk Analytics And Index Solutions Business To Bloomberg, Part Of Strategy To Reduce Non-Core Assets
Barclays PLC has announced in a press release that it will be selling Barclays Risk Analytics and Index Solutions Ltd. (BRAIS) to Bloomberg L.P. for approximately £520 million, or approximately $779 million.
Valeant Announces Fulfillment Agreement With Walgreens, Boosts Credibility With Investors And Sends Shares Up
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. has announced in a press release that it has new fulfillment agreements with Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., the largest drugstore chain in the U.S.
Holiday Travelers Expected To Top 100 Million For The First Time, Driven By Improvement In Labor Market And Low Prices
The American Automobile Association (AAA) projects that the number of holiday travelers will top 100 million for the first time on record, according to a press release issued by the AAA.
Halliburton And Baker Hughes Extend Merger Deadline, U.S. Regulators Seek More Concessions To Approve Deal
The Halliburton Company has announced in a press release that they and Baker Hughes Incorporated is extending the time period for closing the transaction to no later than April 30, 2016.
Newell Rubbermaid To Acquire Jarden Corporation, Would Create $16 Billion Consumer Goods Company With Portfolio Of Leading Brands
Newell Rubbermaid has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Jarden Corporation in a cash and stock transaction.
Hudson's Bay Close To Buying Gilt For About $250 Million, Plans To Pair Fashion Retailer With Its Saks Off 5th Brand
The Hudson’s Bay Co., which owns Saks Fifth Avenue, is nearing a deal to buy Gilt Groupe Inc. for about $250 million, people familiar with the matter told reports.
Sanofi And Boehringer Ingelheim In Talks Over Asset Swap, Animal-Health Business To Be Swaped For Consumer Healthcare Business
Sanofi SA has announced in a press release that it has entered into exclusive negotiations with Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH to swap businesses.