Tagged: Merger

4:42pm

Wed August 31, 2011
Merger blocked

AT&T, T-Mobile merger could have big impact on Wash. jobs

Credit Associated Press

The justice department is suing to block AT&T’s acquisition of Bellevue-based T-Mobile USA, arguing it’s a bad deal for consumers. But here in Washington, an even greater threat is the impact the merger could have on local jobs and the economy.

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3:47pm

Thu January 6, 2011
Telephone Merger

Telephone company merger generates little static

Credit David Zalubowski / AP Photo

The merger of two of our region’s biggest telephone companies is generating relatively little static. CenturyLink appears likely to get regulatory clearance soon to take over Qwest Communications. But the merger comes with conditions.

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