New EU-merger regulator is business-friendly liberal
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Jose Manuel Durao Barroso, the new president of the European Commission, has named several pro-market individuals to key economic posts at the European Union's governing body. Neelie Kroes of the Netherlands will oversee bank mergers, Peter Mandelson of Britain will oversee trade, Charlie McCreevey of Ireland will oversee internal market issues, and Joaquin Almunia of Spain will oversee monetary affairs. All four of the appointees are expected to pursue business-friendly agendas.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2004
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ABN Amro plans to offer buyouts at consumer unit
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ABN Amro is planning to offer a majority of its consumer banking employees financial compensation in exchange for resigning as part of a corporate restructuring. The company will offer the compensation to 75% of the employees.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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ABN Amro will review equities operations
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ABN Amro is conducting a review of its equities operations worldwide. The company may also downsize its labor force or shut down some offices.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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