Microsoft, AQuantive Cleared in Germany
12.07.2007 15:38
Computers
- Source: Forbes
Microsoft Corp. and aQuantive Inc. gained antitrust clearance from the German Federal Cartel Office regarding Microsoft's purchase of the online advertising company, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In a Form 8-K filed with the SEC Thursday by aQuantive (nasdaq: AQNT - news - people ), the company said approval was granted on July 10. The purchase still needs to be approved by aQuantive shareholders, who will vote on the deal at a meeting on Aug. 9, the company said in the filing. AQuantive believes the deal will be finalized by mid-August. In May, Microsoft (nasdaq: MSFT - news - people ) agreed to purchase aQuantive for $6 billion. Both companies are based in Seattle. AQuantive shares added 19 cents to $66.02, while Microsoft shares added 10 cents to $29.59 in morning trading. __________ Questions or comments about this story should be directed to the Financial News desk of The Associated Press at 212-621-7190. Copyright 2007 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed
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