AUSTRALIA: Metcash continues to pursue Franklins
By: just-food.com | 23 November 2010
Australian wholesaler Metcash plans to proceed with its bid for local grocery retailer Franklins even after its takeover offer for the business was blocked by regulators.
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Australian wholesaler Metcash plans to proceed with its bid for local grocery retailer Franklins even after its takeover offer for the business was blocked by regulators.
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