Woolworths rejects takeover bid
Woolworths has rejected a takeover bid from private equity firm Apax Partners because it is too low. The bid valued the retailer at up to &£789m.
Woolworths has rejected a takeover bid from private equity firm Apax Partners because it is too low. The bid valued the retailer at up to &£789m.
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