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back to article Shout, shout, Elliott loses out. Samsung will merge with itself after all

Shouty US investment firm Elliott Associates has itself been shouted down by Samsung shareholders, who today voted in favour of the company's mega merger with itself. Ever since becoming a Sammy shareholder in June, Elliot has been vociferous in its opposition to the proposed merger with fashion, leisure and construction biz …

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  1. Cynical Observer
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    "all options at its disposal

    That will be lying on the floor drumming its heels like a two year old then.

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    1. Will Godfrey Silver badge
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      And screaming, don't forget that, loud, high-pitched wailing to set your teeth on edge in the hope you will never dare to say NO again.

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  2. Doctor Syntax Silver badge

    " "Elliott is disappointed that the takeover appears to have been approved against the wishes of so many independent shareholders"

    More or less what anybody losing a vote says.

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  3. Mark 85

    "Elliott is disappointed that the takeover appears to have been approved against the wishes of so many independent shareholders"

    This is classic.... "against the wishes of so many independent shareholders".. How many is "many"? Just them? Obviously not the majority however.

    Elliot, go cry in the corner and let the adults do adult stuff. Don't forget your teddy bear.

    And if the "all the options at it's disposal" include holding your breath until you turn blue.... feel free.

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  4. DCFusor

    legal speak

    For, "we're looking for a way to sue you".

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  5. Mark Exclamation

    Profit? What profit?

    I wonder how much money Elliott has made from this "investment"? Oh, wait... (couldn't happen to a nicer company).

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