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Cadbury considers Ferrero link-up to fend off Kraft bid Nov 17 2009

Chocolate giant Cadbury might link up with Italian rival Ferrero as part of plans to fend off a hostile bid from Kraft Foods, according to reports.Read

Comment: Taxpayers' money funds hostile bid for Cadbury Nov 13 2009

News that hedge funds have piled into Cadbury shares risks undermining the board's defence of the firm. Hedge fund manager John Paulson has increased his stake in Cadbury shares over the last few days and now owns a 2.54% stake. Overall, hedge funds are believed to now control something between 14% and 25% of the firm's equity, depending on which city source you believe.Read

MPs back campaign to keep Cadbury British Nov 13 2009

A campaign to keep Cadbury under British ownership has won the backing of 36 MPs from across the country.Read

Cadbury reject £9.8 billion hostile bid from Kraft Foods Nov 09 2009

Cadbury rejected a £9.8 billion hostile bid from US food giant Kraft today, saying it did not come "remotely close" to reflecting the true value of the business.Read

Kraft Foods launches hostile takeover for Cadbury Nov 09 2009

US food giant Kraft Foods has launched a hostile takeover for Midland confectionery firm Cadbury.Read

Cadbury among Europe's top firms in sourcing eco-friendly palm oil Oct 29 2009

Birmingham chocolate giant Cadbury is among the European firms making progress in sourcing eco-friendly palm oil which doesn’t contribute to the destruction of rain forests.Read

Cadbury chief hails latest trade figures as proof of confidence Oct 22 2009

Cadbury put its US predator under pressure yesterday with an “excellent” third quarter trading performance.Read

Cadbury trading results put the pressure on Kraft Oct 21 2009

Takeover target Cadbury turned up the heat on its US suitor today by lifting revenues guidance in the wake of an "excellent" quarter of trading.Read

Kraft plans for Cadbury takeover hit by death of advisor Oct 16 2009

The chances of US food giant Kraft succeeding in its takeover bid for Cadbury have been hit by the death of a US dealmaker at the heart of the negotiations.Read

Kraft boss defends firm's record on investment Oct 01 2009

The managing director of Cadbury-bidder Kraft has defended the firm’s record in takeover deals after it came in for criticism following a £10.2 billion bid for the Bournville giant.Read

Kraft given deadline to lodge £11bn bid for Cadbury Sep 30 2009

Kraft Foods have been given a November 9 deadline for an £11 billion plus hostile bid for Cadbury after the Birmingham-based confectionery giant rejected its earlier offer.Read

Kraft believed to be setting up £11billion hostile bid for Cadbury Sep 28 2009

Kraft Foods is planning an £11 billion hostile bid for Cadbury after the British confectionery giant rejected its earlier offer.Read

Cadbury insists Kraft takeover would have no merit Sep 25 2009

Cadbury has denied claims that its chief executive described a takeover by rival Kraft as making strategic sense.Read

Cadbury chief Todd Stitzer sees 'some sense' in Kraft deal, claims bank Sep 24 2009

A deal to buy Cadbury appears to be edging closer after the Birmingham company's chief executive admitted selling up would make “some strategic sense”.Read

Kraft chief executive in UK to discuss Cadbury takeover bid Sep 22 2009

The chief executive of US giant Kraft will sound out major shareholders in London this week over its potential takeover of Bournville giant Cadbury.Read

Cadbury launches new TV advert as Kraft steps up takeover pressure Sep 18 2009

Cadbury has launched its latest eye-catching television advert - as rival Kraft cranks up the pressure for a takeover.Read

Cadbury has strong future without Kraft, says Stitzer Sep 17 2009

Cadbury’s chief executive has painted an upbeat picture on the company’s future as global food giant Kraft looks set to launch a formal takeover for the Birmingham chocolate maker.Read

Kraft preparing for formal takeover bid for Cadbury Sep 16 2009

Global food giant Kraft looks set to launch a formal takeover for Cadbury – despite a blunt rejection of the initial £10.2 billion bid by the Birmingham chocolate maker.Read

Cadbury chief to outline takeover defence strategy at conference Sep 15 2009

Chocolate giant Cadbury is set to beef up its defence against rival Kraft this week after a hostile takeover bid was turned down.Read

Cadbury chief blasts Kraft's £10 billion takeover bid Sep 14 2009

Cadbury’s chairman has launched a scathing attack on would-be suitor Kraft, labelling the American group a “low-growth conglomerate” whose £10 billion bid undervalued the company.Read

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