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Private equity takes two approaches to Yahoo: sources
Private equity firms including KKR and TPG Capital are looking to potentially buy minority stakes of up to 20 percent in Yahoo Inc with an eye to eventually taking over the whole company, people with knowledge of the situation said.
Cisco Systems Shares Soar After Solid Profit Report
Shares of Cisco Systems, the world’s biggest supplier of Internet equipment, soared nearly seven percent Thursday after the company reported first-quarter results that slightly beat expectations.
Cisco Systems: First-Quarter Results Beat Expectations
Cisco Systems, the world’s biggest supplier of Internet equipment, reported first-quarter results that slightly beat expectations because of new sales to telecommunications carriers.
Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Strike Ad Alliance
Yahoo Inc, Microsoft Corp and AOL Inc have set up an advertising partnership as Google and Facebook's online ad dominance grows.
Stars Button, Franchitti to Take Part in Dan Wheldon Memorial Race
A memorial kart race in honor of Dan Wheldon will be held on Dec. 5 at Daytona Milton Keynes ten miles from the late racer's hometown of Emberton in Buckinghamshire. A number of high profile racers have already agreed to participate in the memorial karting event, including Formula One champion Jenson Button, four time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti, former Formula One driver Anthony Davidson, 2003 Le Mans winner Guy Smith and World Touring Car Championship title contender Rob Huff.
Yahoo Investor Loeb Renews Call for Yang’s Exit
Hedge fund manager Daniel Loeb, who took a five percent stake in Yahoo in September, is now demanding co-founder Jerry Yang step down.
Cisco Systems: Could Profit Pickup Show Doldrums Over?
Shares of Cisco Systems have jumped 20 percent in the past three months, which could be an indicator the No. 1 vendor of Internet networking products has surmounted a rough patch.
Yahoo sale process heats up as PE firms sign on
Yahoo has signed confidentiality agreements with several parties interested in buying all or part of the Internet company, according to people familiar with the matter.
iPad App Livestand: Yahoo's Magazine Reader
Yahoo's new iPad app, Livestand, is now available in the App Store, and it's designed to be a one stop magazine content aggregator that lets you share what you're reading and discover new magazines.
NBA Lockout 2011: When Will the Season Start?
Some of the league's biggest stars might be financially stable with all of the millions they've accumulated over the years, but some of the lesser-known players might not be able to survive a year or two without bringing in a salary.
Yahoo eyes minority stake sale, recap: sources
Yahoo Inc is contemplating the sale of a minority stake to a private equity firm followed by a large share repurchase, in a bid to buy time to turn around the Internet company, people familiar with the matter said.
Yahoo unveils tablet, smartphone apps
Yahoo Inc unveiled a handful of products to try and bolster its mobile and social networking offerings, as the struggling Web company continues to evaluate its future.
Yahoo Releases Livestand, IntoNow and a Family of Mobile Products
Yahoo released a personalized magazine application called Livestand, a social TV app called IntoNow, and more ways to connect users together and spark conversation.
Yahoo attempts right click with interclick buy
Yahoo Inc will pay $270 million for interclick inc as it tries to revive its ailing online advertising business, even as the search and advertising giant continues to scout for potential bidders.
Yahoo Buys Interclick for $270M, Now What?
Yahoo buys Interlick, an online ad technology company, while searching for a new CEO.
Yahoo to buy interclick for $270 million
Yahoo Inc will pay $270 million for interclick inc as it tries to revive its ailing online advertising business, even as the search and advertising giant continues to scout for potential bidders.
Ex-Akamai President Says Won’t Be Yahoo CEO
Akamai Technologies President David Kenny, who quit last week, said he has no plans to become the next CEO of Yahoo.
Ten Ways to Boost iPhone 4S Battery Life
Apple unveiled its much-awaited iPhone successor on Oct. 4 calling it iPhone 4S.
Yahoo Shares Plunge After Yang Suggests No Sale Coming
Shares of Yahoo slipped nearly 7 percent in early Monday trading as services reported management may reward shareholders with a special dividend. Many had been hoping for a sale.
Allen Iverson Must Choose a Bad NBA Team to Play Again if He Gets a Shot
Allen Iverson most likely has to choose a bad NBA team to play for if they end up giving him a shot to play again.
Yahoo, bidders at impasse over nondisclosure
Despite all the rumored interest in Yahoo Inc, progress on a deal has hit a brick wall mainly due to the company's lack of strategy and restrictive confidentiality agreement, people familiar with the situation said.
‘The Hunger Games’: Where to find the New Posters [PHOTOS & LINKS]
Lionsgate released eight new posters on Thursday.
Akamai President Quits; Is He Next Yahoo CEO?
Akamai Technologies President David Kenny quit as the company reported a 6.5 percent gain in net profit, leading to speculation he may be tapped as Yahoo’s next CEO.
Kim Kardashian Says Marriage to Kris Humphries Hasn’t ‘Been Ideal’: Report
Kim Kardashian married Kris Humphries two months ago but the reality TV show beauty said the marriage hasn't been ideal so far.
NBA World Tour Roster Unsettled; Headline Stars Dropping Like Flies
The NBA world tour roster hasn't been officially settled just yet with only three days until the tour begins. A handful of headline stars such as LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Derrick Rose all pulled out on Wednesday.
NBA World Tour During NBA Lockout Officially Set to Begin, Hurdles Cleared
After it seemed like the NBA world tour during the NBA lockout was in jeopardy just 48 hours ago, the biggest NBA lockout event players have ever staged is officially on, after an agreement was reached among tour organizers, according to Yahoo Sports.
Yahoo Stock up 3 Percent as Microsoft, Google Contemplate Stake
Yahoo's stock rose around 3 percent on Monday, following reports that Microsoft and Google are contemplating financing roles for the private equity firms eyeing a buyout of the troubled tech firm.
Caterpillar's record results, M&A lift Wall St
Stocks rose on Monday, adding to three weeks of gains by the S&P 500, after strong earnings from Caterpillar and some proposed acquisitions boosted investor sentiment.
Tim Tebow Leads Comeback Win, Rex Ryan and Jets Get Must Win: Week 7 Results
Tim Tebow delighted fans in a late-game comeback victory over the Miami Dolphins, Rex Ryan's strong words won out again over the Chargers, what's wrong with the Titans' Chris Johnson, and more in this week's Week 7 Roundup.
Google, PE firms mull bid for Yahoo: report
Google Inc has spoken to at least two private equity firms about possibly helping them finance a deal to buy Yahoo Inc's core business, The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing a person familiar with the matter.