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Boston Scientific settles with Johnson & Johnson to resolve Guidant litigation

February 19, 2015 Boston Scientific Corporation announced the settlement of the breach of merger agreement lawsuit brought by Johnson & Johnson against Guidant Corporation, stemming from Boston Scientific's acquisition of Guidant.

Rexam agrees to be bought by rival Ball in 4.4 billion pounds deal

February 19, 2015 The boards of Ball Corporation and Rexam plc have reached agreement on the terms of a recommended offer for the entire issued and to be issued ordinary share capital of Rexam by Ball UK Acquisition Limited (Bidco), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ball.

Kaiser Permanente makes major wind and solar energy purchases

February 19, 2015 Kaiser Permanente will purchase enough renewable energy to provide half of the electricity it uses in California and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions nationwide by 30 percent.

Canadian Solar buys six solar power projects in UK

February 19, 2015 Canadian Solar Inc. has acquired six solar power projects totaling 46 MW in the United Kingdom.

Platform completes $3.51 billion Arysta acquisition from Permira

February 19, 2015 Platform Specialty Products Corporation has closed its previously-announced acquisition of Arysta LifeScience Limited from the Permira funds for approximately $3.51 billion.

New York sues UPS under 'Mob law' for shipping untaxed cigarettes

February 18, 2015 Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman and New York City Corporation Counsel Zachary W. Carter announced the filing of a multimillion-dollar lawsuit alleging that United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) unlawfully shipped over 136 million contraband cigarettes.

Lego overtakes Ferrari as the world's most powerful brand

February 18, 2015 Every year, leading brand valuation and strategy consultancy Brand Finance puts thousands of the world's top brands to the test. They are evaluated to determine which are the most powerful, and the most valuable.

Starbucks' small-lot coffees only available at the Roastery or through the subscription

February 18, 2015 Starbucks Coffee Company announced the launch of its fresh delivery subscription, giving online customers access to its line of super-premium, small-lot coffees roasted at its new, Seattle Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room.

Air Canada named top airline in customer loyalty

February 18, 2015 Air Canada has been named the leading airline in customer loyalty, according to Brand Keys 2015 Customer Loyalty Engagement Index (CLEI).

Big six UK energy companies overcharging customers by up to £234 a year

February 18, 2015 Loyal energy customers are being penalised by between £158 to £234 a year by the Big Six suppliers, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) revealed.

IBM, CenturyLink, and Louisiana to create 400 new jobs

February 18, 2015 IBM, CenturyLink, and the State of Louisiana announced an innovative public-private partnership that will create high-value, high-tech jobs in Louisiana and fuel the talent demands of the digital economy.

First Citizens Bank to buy assets of Capitol City Bank & Trust Company

February 18, 2015 First Citizens Bank, a subsidiary of Raleigh-headquartered First Citizens BancShares, Inc., has entered into an agreement with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) to purchase certain assets and assume certain liabilities of Capitol City Bank & Trust Company of Atlanta, Ga.