14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on U.S. telecom regulators divided on Sprint, T-Mobile deal: WSJ
U.S. telecom regulators divided on Sprint, T-Mobile deal: WSJ
Democratic Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel has acknowledged that Sprint and T-Mobile may not remain viable as independent companies in meetings with people on Wall Street and in the telecom industry, the people said. Though Rosenworcel’s sentiment about the future of the companies may indicate a schism with FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler, her comments may not necessarily translate into willingness to vote in favor of the deal, if a merger is proposed. Sprint’s parent, SoftBank Corp (TYO:9984), has been waging a campaign to promote consolidation in the U.S.
14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Jamie Dinan: Look to M&A activity for best plays
Jamie Dinan: Look to M&A activity for best plays
For the next great investment ideas, look to the M&A space, Jamie Dinan says.
14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Therese Poletti’s Tech Tales: Mark Zuckerberg has had to grow up quickly
Therese Poletti’s Tech Tales: Mark Zuckerberg has had to grow up quickly
The Facebook founder has learned to handle the media and Wall Street, writes Therese Poletti.
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14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Gold a buy under $1,000; why it could get there: Jim Rogers
Gold a buy under $1,000; why it could get there: Jim Rogers
International investor Jim Rogers tells The Daily Ticker that he’s not buying gold now but will if prices fall below $1,000.
14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Why Lampert is right to focus on asset sales over retail sales
Why Lampert is right to focus on asset sales over retail sales
For years, Sears Chairman Edward Lampert has focused on asset reshuffling and financial maneuvers to reap value for himself and fellow investors. It’s the right approach for a retailer in long-term decline.
14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Icahn’s Vegas venture ready for wrecking ball
Icahn’s Vegas venture ready for wrecking ball
With the removal of the crane, Icahn may be preparing the building for a full demolition.
14 May, 2014 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Five (more) stocks that can kill your portfolio
Five (more) stocks that can kill your portfolio
Five widely-watched companies are among stocks that one research firm is calling the most dangerous. USAToday reports.