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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Sameed KAKROO

Why UK Major Firms Are Facing Takeover Attempts?

Long-standing weakness for the British pound, particularly against the dollar, makes UK-listed companies appear cheap for US buyers. (Credit: AFP)

Mining giant Anglo American, cyber security firm Darktrace and Royal Mail parent IDS -- three major UK companies in the midst of big takeover bids.

AFP examines what has made the trio attractive to suitors abroad:

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