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KKR wins EU approval for Telecom Italia deal  | Reuters News Agency

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Deals

Reuters exclusively reported that U.S. investment firm KKR was set to secure unconditional EU antitrust approval for its up to 22-billion-euro ($24 billion) acquisition of Telecom Italia’s (TIM) fixed-line network. The story was later confirmed by the European Commission. The deal is significant as it marks the first time that a former phone monopoly in a major European country is divesting its landline grid. 

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The deal is significant as it marks the first time that a former phone monopoly in a major European country is divesting its landline grid.

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Topics of Interest: Deals

Type: Reuters Best

Sectors: Telecommunications

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Regions: Europe

Win Types: Exclusivity

Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop

Media Types: Text

Customer Impact: Important Regional Story

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