Vinci's bid for TBI, though logical, may prove costly
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Vinci S.A.'s bid to acquire TBI Group PLC may develop into a costly venture for the construction firm. Vinci's bid could be increased if other companies attempt to acquire TBI, an airport operator based in the UK.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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Lafarge, Saint-Gobain face threat from U.S. slowdown
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The article discusses French cement and building supply companies, Lafarge S.A. and Saint-Gobain S.A., and how they are facing a threat from a decline in the U.S. construction business.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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Aventis expects to meet or beat earnings target
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Aventis predicts that it will either reach or surpass its earnings goals for the 2001 year. The company had set an earnings target growth of 35% for the year.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2001
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