Turner deal approved

THE Federal Trade Commission approved Time Warner's purchase of Turner Broadcasting System yesterday after requiring changes …

THE Federal Trade Commission approved Time Warner's purchase of Turner Broadcasting System yesterday after requiring changes in the $6.5 billion (£3.8 billion) merger.

The deal, once formally completed, will create the world's largest media and entertainment concern.

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