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US: Experts still see T-Mobile as 2015’s top acquisition target

By  |  January 13, 2015

While rumors and takeover attempts involving T-Mobile didn’t exactly pan out last year, experts say the wireless operator remains at the top of the list for 2015 acquisition targets.

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    Number-three wireless rival Sprint had looked towards a T-Mobile purchase, but the plan was ultimately abandoned. France’s Iliad and Dish Network were also rumored to be considering a deal with T-Mobile last year.

    But even with all of last year’s failed attempts, Swiss bank Credit Suisse said in its 2015 outlook report that T-Mobile remains its top pick for a takeover. With AT&T’s merger deal with DirecTV, the bank said, wireless competitors like Verizon Communications may feel the pressure to consolidate and take on T-Mobile.

    And, the financial institution said, even if antitrust authorities were to block a deal, T-Mobile could greatly benefit from a strong breakup fee.

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