China blocks Carlyle bid for bank
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A bid for an 8% stake in China's Chongqing Commercial Bank Co. by US investment bank Carlyle Group L.P. has been rejected. Chongqing states that Carlyle's bid, valued at $43 mil, did not receive regulatory approval as its purchasing vehicle did not meet requirements.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2007
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Beijing clears the path a bit for foreign banks: lenders' local units get a key approval, but issues remain
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The Chinese government is allowing foreign banks to establish locally incorporated units, making it easier for them to operate in China. This will allow the banks to conduct business with Chinese individuals, instead of only doing business with corporations.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2007
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