Jean-Claude Arnobit
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Disney's Cable Channels Losing Millions of Subscribers, with ESPN Losing 7 Million Subscribers in Just 2 Years
The Walt Disney Company has been losing millions of subscribers for its cable channels, according to a report from CNN Money. ESPN, its most popular channel, in particular, has lost seven million subscribers in just two years.
Mortgage Rate Eases Slightly, Hasn't Surged Above 4 Percent Since July 23
Freddie Mac said in a press release that their Primary Mortgage Market Survey show mortgage rates have slightly declined leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday. The rates, though, have yet to rise above four percent since July 23, 2015.
U.S. New Home Sales Rebound in October
The U.S. Consensus Bureau has said in a news release that new single-family house sales in October have risen by 10.7 percent from September’s numbers.
Amgen Files for U.S. Approval of Biosimilar Candidate to Himura, First Biosimilar Application of Company
Amgen Inc. has announced in a press release the submission of a Biologics License Application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for ABP 501, a biosimilar candidate to Humira, or adalimumab, an anti-TNF-α monoclonal antibody. The application is Amgen’s first Biologics License Application submitted using the 351 (k) biosimilar pathway.
PetroChina to Sell Stake at Trans-Asia Gas Pipeline, Seeks to Meet Year-End Profit Target
PetroChina Co., a Chinese state-controlled oil company, is planning to sell its stake in Trans-Asia Gas Pipeline Co. for as much as 15.5 billion yuan or $2.4 billion, according to a report from Bloomberg. The sale is due to the biggest oil and gas producer in China seeking to meet its year-end profit targets and focus on exploration as energy prices continue to slump.
FTC Approves NXP's Acquisition of Freescale, Requires NXP to Divest Radio Frequency Power Assets
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved the NXP Semiconductor N.V.’s proposed acquisition of Freescale Semiconductor Ltd. for $11.8 billion, according to a press release issued by the FTC. The approval, though, comes with a condition that NXP will divest its radio frequency power assets.
Owner of New Hampshire Waterpark Leaves Slide Tower, Fails to Find Investors
Kevin Dumont, the owner of a water park in New Hampshire, has decided to leave the slide tower after 17 days of chaining himself to the tower, according to a report from ABC News. Dumont ended his quest due to failing health and the lack of a financial investor.
Shire Prepares New Bid for Baxalta, Will Create One of the World's Leading Specialist in Rare Disease if Bid Succeeds
Shire Plc, a company that develops and delivers innovative medicines for patients with rare disease, is preparing to make a new takeover offer to Baxalta, Inc., a source with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters. The acquisition, if successful, will create one of the world’s leading specialists in rare disease.
Alibaba Group Founder Jack Ma in Talks to Acquire Stake in Hong Kong Newspaper, Latest Internet Tycoon to Revive Traditional Newspaper
Jack Ma, the founder and chairman of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., is in talks to acquire a stake at South China Morning Post (SCMP), a Hong Kong newspaper company, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The move would make Ma the latest Internet tycoon to try and revive the traditional newspaper.
Pinnacle Foods to Acquire Boulder Brands, Expands Pinnacle's Presence in Health and Wellness Categories
Pinnacle Foods Inc. has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Boulder Brands, Inc. for approximately $710 million. The acquisition will expand Pinnacle’s presence in growing and complementary health and wellness categories.
Elliot Management Takes 6.4 Percent Stake in Alcoa, Eyes Opportunities to Improve Company's Profit Margins
Elliot Management Corporation has disclosed that they have taken a 6.4 percent stake in Alcoa Inc., according to a report from Reuters.
Pershing Square Increases Stake in Valeant Pharmaceuticals, Showing Bill Ackman's Commitment to Drugmaker
Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management, L.P. has disclosed that it increased its beneficial ownership of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. to 9.9 percent shares outstanding. The transaction highlights the activist investor’s commitment to the drug maker despite its stock being battered.
Apple Planning to Launch Apple Pay in China, Hopes to Launch Electronic-Payment Service before February 8
Apple Inc. is planning to launch its new Apple Pay electronic-payment service in China by next year, people familiar with the discussions told The Wall Street Journal. Apple is hoping to launch the electronic-payment service before February 8, 2016, before China’s Spring Festival Holiday.
Carl Icahn Acquires 7.1 Percent Stake in Xerox, Claims Company Is 'Undervalued'
Carl Icahn has disclosed on Monday that he has accumulated a 7.1 percent stake at Xerox Corporation, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.
Fiat Chrysler Expands Tuition Assistance to Employee Spouses and Children
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has expanded the free tuition benefit to all its dealership employees nationally, including their spouse and children, according to a report from Fortune.