“The deal is based on a 50-50 valuation of the two assets, and there will be no cash payment, ... We have combined our assets with Sony's because we believe music will remain one of our core businesses.”
“While other global media companies are struggling with transition and the search for strategic and structural reorientation, the cornerstone of our traditional strategy has once again proven its worth,”
“During the first half of the year, Bertelsmann established the foundations for continued future growth, ... I am very pleased at our improved return on sales.”
“During the first half of the year, Bertelsmann established the foundations for continued future growth. I am very pleased at our improved return on sales.”
