DrMobius

Why Verizon Will Take Over Vodafone

I agree AronLiv but I know AT&T would.

Why Verizon Will Take Over Vodafone

I could not disagree more. While a potential M&A is possible between VOD and a US domestic carrier. I think it is more likely that US carrier will be none other then AT&T. AT&T over the last few years is coming back as the MA bell of old “in scale” and has made no secret of its international ambitions. Not only do they have the international network already in place to support such a purchase but they have the M&A experience with GSM wireless carriers to draw from.
The idea would be acquire VOD and create cash right away by selling back Verizon’s 45% stake as part of the required rules that will be set down by FCC. I am sure Verizon would be happy to provide a slight premium over market value for the shares just too wholly own VZW...

Is McCain in the Pocket of the Telecom Industry?

Im confused here. He is behind de-regulation of telecom and thats a bad thing? The way I see it if the cable companies can operate on a deregulated front shouldn't telecom have the same advantage? If we are not going to have a state run telecom unit such as most other countries then let them fight for customers like the rest of the free market does.

BTW I am an Obama supporter.