BAT tipped for tilt at RJ Reynolds

13 April 2012

INDUSTRY analysts are speculating that BAT may see US tobacco giant RJ Reynolds as a possible takeover target after RJR reportedly hired consultant Booz, Allen to review its options - including a potential sale. The company's share price has fallen by nearly half over the past year due to lawsuits.

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