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AT&T to acquire DIRECTV in stock and cash transaction totaling USD67.1bn
M2 - 37 mins ago
US communications holding company AT&T (NYSE:T) and DIRECTV (Nasdaq
TV), a premier pay TV provider in the US and Latin America, announced on Sunday the entering into a definitive agreement under which AT&T will acquire DIRECTV in a stock-and-cash transaction for USD95 per share based on AT&T's closing price on 16 May 2014.
AT&T aims for TV's future with $48.5B DirecTV deal
By RYAN NAKASHIMA - AP - 2 hrs 1 min ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Priming itself for the age of Internet-delivered video, AT&T Inc. said it would buy DirecTV for $48.5 billion in cash and stock, or $95 per share.
DIRECTV SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Proposed Sale of DIRECTV Being Investigated by Johnson & Weaver, LLP
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 10:30PM CDT
Shareholder rights law firm Johnson & Weaver, LLP has launched an investigation into whether the board members of DIRECTV (NASDAQ: DTV), a digital television entertainment services company, breached their fiduciary duties in connection with the proposed sale of the Company to AT&T (NYSE: T).
Details of the proposed AT&T and DirecTV merger
By The Associated Press - AP - Sun May 18, 8:09PM CDT
Telecommunications giant AT&T is proposing a $48.5 billion merger with satellite TV provider DirecTV. If the deal goes through, here's what customers can expect:
Block & Leviton LLP Investigates DIRECTV for Possible Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in Connection with Its Proposed Acquisition by AT&T, Inc.
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 5:49PM CDT
Block & Leviton LLP (www.blockesq.com), a Boston-based law firm representing investors nationwide, is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of DIRECTV (or the "Company"
(Nasdaq GS: DTV) concerning the proposed acquisition of the Company by AT&T, Inc. ("AT&T" (NYSE: T). AT&T will pay approximately $48.5 billion exclusive of the Company's debt.
DIRECTV INVESTOR ALERT BY THE FORMER ATTORNEY GENERAL OF LOUISIANA: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of DIRECTV
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 5:32PM CDT
Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF" are investigating the proposed sale of DIRECTV ("DIRECTV" or the "Company" (NADSAQ: DTV) to AT&T (NYSE: T). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of DIRECTV will receive only $95.00 per share of DIRECTV common stock that they own, comprised of $28.50 per share in cash and $66.50 per share in AT&T stock, subject to a collar. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.
News Summary: AT&T offers $48.5B for DirecTV
By The Associated Press - AP - Sun May 18, 5:28PM CDT
BIG MERGER: AT&T is seeking to acquire DirecTV for $48.5 billion, of $95 per share, in a deal to help it better compete with rivals.
AT&T to Acquire DIRECTV
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 3:56PM CDT
--Unparalleled video content distribution scale in U.S. - nationwide mobile and video networks; broadband to cover 70 million customer locations with our broadband expansion
Back By Popular Demand: AT&T Expands Solar Mobile Charging Initiative To Give New Yorkers A Free Charge All Summer Long
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 11:30AM CDT
AT&T will nearly double the number of solar mobile charging stations available in outdoor locations throughout the five boroughs this summer in an effort to forge a sustainable solution to keeping New Yorkers connected. Beginning this week, anyone with a mobile phone or tablet can charge their device for free at one of the AT&T Street Charge units in parks, beaches and outdoor gathering spots. After kicking off at the World's Fair Anniversary event today, units will be deployed to more locations citywide throughout the summer.
The Dow's Dividend Giants: Yield Isn't Everything
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun May 18, 8:05AM CDT
Dividends are important, and one of the best things about the Dow Jones Industrials is that every one of the 30 component stocks that make up the Dow pay a dividend. But when it comes to dividends, it is possible to have too much of a good thing...
New Cricket Wireless Answers Nationwide Call for Network Quality, Value Prices, Great Service and No Annual Contract
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 6:59AM CDT
Consumers seeking a better wireless experience with no annual contract have a new choice. Today, the new Cricket Wireless launches wireless service on a reliable, nationwide 4G LTE network covering more than 280 million Americans; with easy and affordable unlimited plans starting at $35 a month after a $5 credit for using Auto Pay; a great line-up of phones; a loyalty rewards program; and a fresh, friendly experience in stores and online.
This Week in Sirius XM Radio
Rick Munarriz, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 12:34PM CDT
Things never get dull for the country's lone satellite-radio provider. Shares of Sirius XM Radio moved lower on the week, falling 1.3% to close at $3.12. The move was a sharp contrast to the Nasdaq's 0.5% gain. This matches Sirius XM's lowest...
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Though Sprint 's commercials for its new Framily plan have caught customers' attention, the company is fighting a losing battle. In the wireless industry, Verizon and AT&T are crushing this company, and no amount of talk, plans, or...
Should Dividend Investors Fear Verizon Communications' Massive Debt Increase?
Chad Henage, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 10:00AM CDT
Investors may be concerned about how much Verizon paid to acquire the rest of Verizon Wireless from Vodafone . With a $130 billion purchase price, investors have a right to worry that Verizon may have spent too much to take complete control over...
Dow 39,000
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The stocks that make up the Dow Jones Industrial Average are intended to serve as a reflection of the overall stock market and the U.S. economy. But in the first four decades of the Dow's existence, the committee that chose the stocks acted like a...
AT&T's CNG Vehicles Touch 8000 Mark - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 16, 6:30PM CDT
AT&T Inc. (T) recently announced the deployment of its 8000th compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle.
Rackspace buyers list long
at Investor's Business Daily - Fri May 16, 5:58PM CDT
AT&T (T), Hewlett-Packard (HPQ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), EMC (EMC) and IBM (IBM) loom as possible buyers of the cloud-computing and Web-hosting service company, according to an analyst at William Blair & Co. Rackspace (RAX) announced late Thu. it hired...
Most active New York Stock Exchange-traded stocks
AP - Fri May 16, 5:06PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at New York Stock Exchange 10 most-active stocks at the close of trading:
Final Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Fri May 16, 5:06PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies were up at the close of trading:
This Week's 5 Smartest Stock Moves
Rick Munarriz, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Fri May 16, 4:33PM CDT
If you're feeling good about the market, you're not alone. Take my hand as we go over some of this week's more uplifting headlines. 1. Coke asks for a coffee refill Coca-Cola is boosting its stake in Keurig Green Mountain . The world's largest...
AT&T to acquire DIRECTV in stock and cash transaction totaling USD67.1bn
M2 - 37 mins ago
US communications holding company AT&T (NYSE:T) and DIRECTV (Nasdaq
TV), a premier pay TV provider in the US and Latin America, announced on Sunday the entering into a definitive agreement under which AT&T will acquire DIRECTV in a stock-and-cash transaction for USD95 per share based on AT&T's closing price on 16 May 2014. AT&T aims for TV's future with $48.5B DirecTV deal
By RYAN NAKASHIMA - AP - 2 hrs 1 min ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Priming itself for the age of Internet-delivered video, AT&T Inc. said it would buy DirecTV for $48.5 billion in cash and stock, or $95 per share.
DIRECTV SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Proposed Sale of DIRECTV Being Investigated by Johnson & Weaver, LLP
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 10:30PM CDT
Shareholder rights law firm Johnson & Weaver, LLP has launched an investigation into whether the board members of DIRECTV (NASDAQ: DTV), a digital television entertainment services company, breached their fiduciary duties in connection with the proposed sale of the Company to AT&T (NYSE: T).
Details of the proposed AT&T and DirecTV merger
By The Associated Press - AP - Sun May 18, 8:09PM CDT
Telecommunications giant AT&T is proposing a $48.5 billion merger with satellite TV provider DirecTV. If the deal goes through, here's what customers can expect:
Block & Leviton LLP Investigates DIRECTV for Possible Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in Connection with Its Proposed Acquisition by AT&T, Inc.
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 5:49PM CDT
Block & Leviton LLP (www.blockesq.com), a Boston-based law firm representing investors nationwide, is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of DIRECTV (or the "Company"
(Nasdaq GS: DTV) concerning the proposed acquisition of the Company by AT&T, Inc. ("AT&T" (NYSE: T). AT&T will pay approximately $48.5 billion exclusive of the Company's debt. DIRECTV INVESTOR ALERT BY THE FORMER ATTORNEY GENERAL OF LOUISIANA: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of DIRECTV
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 5:32PM CDT
Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC ("KSF"
are investigating the proposed sale of DIRECTV ("DIRECTV" or the "Company" (NADSAQ: DTV) to AT&T (NYSE: T). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of DIRECTV will receive only $95.00 per share of DIRECTV common stock that they own, comprised of $28.50 per share in cash and $66.50 per share in AT&T stock, subject to a collar. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company. News Summary: AT&T offers $48.5B for DirecTV
By The Associated Press - AP - Sun May 18, 5:28PM CDT
BIG MERGER: AT&T is seeking to acquire DirecTV for $48.5 billion, of $95 per share, in a deal to help it better compete with rivals.
AT&T to Acquire DIRECTV
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 3:56PM CDT
--Unparalleled video content distribution scale in U.S. - nationwide mobile and video networks; broadband to cover 70 million customer locations with our broadband expansion
Back By Popular Demand: AT&T Expands Solar Mobile Charging Initiative To Give New Yorkers A Free Charge All Summer Long
PR Newswire - Sun May 18, 11:30AM CDT
AT&T will nearly double the number of solar mobile charging stations available in outdoor locations throughout the five boroughs this summer in an effort to forge a sustainable solution to keeping New Yorkers connected. Beginning this week, anyone with a mobile phone or tablet can charge their device for free at one of the AT&T Street Charge units in parks, beaches and outdoor gathering spots. After kicking off at the World's Fair Anniversary event today, units will be deployed to more locations citywide throughout the summer.
The Dow's Dividend Giants: Yield Isn't Everything
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun May 18, 8:05AM CDT
Dividends are important, and one of the best things about the Dow Jones Industrials is that every one of the 30 component stocks that make up the Dow pay a dividend. But when it comes to dividends, it is possible to have too much of a good thing...
New Cricket Wireless Answers Nationwide Call for Network Quality, Value Prices, Great Service and No Annual Contract
Business Wire - Sun May 18, 6:59AM CDT
Consumers seeking a better wireless experience with no annual contract have a new choice. Today, the new Cricket Wireless launches wireless service on a reliable, nationwide 4G LTE network covering more than 280 million Americans; with easy and affordable unlimited plans starting at $35 a month after a $5 credit for using Auto Pay; a great line-up of phones; a loyalty rewards program; and a fresh, friendly experience in stores and online.
This Week in Sirius XM Radio
Rick Munarriz, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 12:34PM CDT
Things never get dull for the country's lone satellite-radio provider. Shares of Sirius XM Radio moved lower on the week, falling 1.3% to close at $3.12. The move was a sharp contrast to the Nasdaq's 0.5% gain. This matches Sirius XM's lowest...
"Framily" Issues: 3 Reasons Sprint Is Failing
Chad Henage, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 12:00PM CDT
Though Sprint 's commercials for its new Framily plan have caught customers' attention, the company is fighting a losing battle. In the wireless industry, Verizon and AT&T are crushing this company, and no amount of talk, plans, or...
Should Dividend Investors Fear Verizon Communications' Massive Debt Increase?
Chad Henage, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 10:00AM CDT
Investors may be concerned about how much Verizon paid to acquire the rest of Verizon Wireless from Vodafone . With a $130 billion purchase price, investors have a right to worry that Verizon may have spent too much to take complete control over...
Dow 39,000
Dan Dzombak, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 8:00AM CDT
The stocks that make up the Dow Jones Industrial Average are intended to serve as a reflection of the overall stock market and the U.S. economy. But in the first four decades of the Dow's existence, the committee that chose the stocks acted like a...
AT&T's CNG Vehicles Touch 8000 Mark - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 16, 6:30PM CDT
AT&T Inc. (T) recently announced the deployment of its 8000th compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle.
Rackspace buyers list long
at Investor's Business Daily - Fri May 16, 5:58PM CDT
AT&T (T), Hewlett-Packard (HPQ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), EMC (EMC) and IBM (IBM) loom as possible buyers of the cloud-computing and Web-hosting service company, according to an analyst at William Blair & Co. Rackspace (RAX) announced late Thu. it hired...
Most active New York Stock Exchange-traded stocks
AP - Fri May 16, 5:06PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at New York Stock Exchange 10 most-active stocks at the close of trading:
Final Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Fri May 16, 5:06PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies were up at the close of trading:
This Week's 5 Smartest Stock Moves
Rick Munarriz, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Fri May 16, 4:33PM CDT
If you're feeling good about the market, you're not alone. Take my hand as we go over some of this week's more uplifting headlines. 1. Coke asks for a coffee refill Coca-Cola is boosting its stake in Keurig Green Mountain . The world's largest...
