Archive for the 'Acquisitions' Category

Exxon Deal Takes World by Storm

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

December, the festive month of Christmas began with a big bang. The markets were surprised by the announcement by Exxon (XOM) to buy out Energy (XTO) for a huge $41 billion. This merger of Exxon Mobil Corporation with XTO Energy will strengthen Exxon’s position in the field of developing oil and natural gas resources. The [...]

A Surprising Acquisition by Warren Buffet

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

In the history of surprising mergers and acquisition yet another story has been added, about Berkshire Hathaway (BRK)’s acquisition of Burlington Northern (BNI) and shipping/transport stocks. I surely think you must have heard of it by now. Or, you can certainly visit the link mentioned here for detailed information: After BNI, what’s next for Buffett [...]

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