Mergers and Acquisitions

US Sues to Block Halliburton-Baker Hughes Merger

Justice Department sues to stop Halliburton from merging with Baker Hughes, a deal that would combine the No. 2 and No. 3 oil services companies. Halliburton said it would 'vigorously contest' the lawsuit.

U.S. Prepares Suit to Block Halliburton-Baker Hughes Deal

The Justice Department is preparing to file a lawsuit to block a proposed merger between Halliburton Co. and Baker Hughes Inc., the most recent sign that a takeover boom is meeting resistance from U.S. regulators and antitrust enforcers.

Pfizer Terminates Proposed Allergan Takeover

U.S. drugmaker Pfizer and Ireland-based Allergan formally announced the scrapping of their $160 billion merger on Wednesday, in a big win for President Barack Obama who has been pushing to curb tax-slashing "inversion" deals.

U.S. to Challenge Halliburton Deal

The Justice Department is preparing to file a lawsuit to block a proposed merger between Halliburton and Baker Hughes, the most recent sign that a takeover boom is meeting resistance from U.S. regulators and antitrust enforcers.

China's Anbang Ups Offer for Starwood to $14B

China's Anbang Insurance Group Co has raised its offer for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc to almost $14 billion, in its latest challenge to the U.S. hotel operator's merger with Marriott International Inc.

Rpt: TiVo in Talks to be Bought by Rovi

Set-top box maker TiVo is in advanced talks to sell itself to digital entertainment guide provider Rovi, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing people briefed on the talks.