US: Kraft “to formalise bid at current price” - report

By: just-food.com | 3 November 2009

Kraft Foods is reportedly preparing to formalise its original takeover proposal for UK confectioner Cadbury within a week, without increasing its offer price.

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Kraft Foods is reportedly preparing to formalise its original takeover proposal for UK confectioner Cadbury within a week, without increasing its offer price.

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