Anthony new chief at AGL
Energy group Australian Gas Light Company (AGL) has appointed Paul Anthony as chief executive as it pushes ahead with its proposed merger with rival Alinta.  
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Raising to ward off QGC
Takeover target Sydney Gas said on Friday it planned to raise $50 million through a rights issue and a new convertible note facility as it moved to ward off predator Queensland Gas Company (QGC).   (10:45)  »    Full report

Sandvik offers $106m for SDS
Swedish engineering group Sandvik on Friday announced a $106 million cash offer for Australian drill manufacturer SDS Corporation.   (09:59)  »    Full report

Investors drop News lawsuit
Major investors are dropping a lawsuit against News Corp after Rupert Murdoch's media group climbed down over a "poison pill" provision designed to fend off hostile bidders.  
(06:06)  »    Full report

TODAY'S EDITION

No media frenzy, just growth channels
Optus pushes for joint broadband role
Sydney Gas queried on funding
US building helps sun shine on Rinker
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