Iliad Said to Prepare Bid for Bigger T-Mobile Stake

The French Telecom company is preparing a larger bid for T-Mobile after a previous offer was rejected by Deutsche Telecom. Iliad, lacking sufficient funds, is seeking financial backing through partnerships or loans. The CEO of T-Mobile, John Ledger, is known for his innovative approach, similar to Iliad's CEO. Despite financial challenges, T-Mobile has shown growth under Ledger's leadership. Past acquisition attempts by SoftBank were unsuccessful due to regulatory issues.

What was the initial response of Deutsche Telekom to Iliad's offer for T-Mobile?

• They accepted the offer.

• They turned down the offer.

• They proposed a merger instead.

• They requested more time to decide.

How much of the required funds has Iliad secured for their bid?

• 75%

• 50%

• 60%

• 56.6%

What is the price per share Iliad is aiming for in their bid?

• $30

• $35

• $33

• $40

What is John Ledger known for in the telecom industry?

• Innovative pricing plans

• Conservative business strategies

• Avoiding media attention

• Focusing solely on mergers

What is a common trait between the CEOs of Iliad and T-Mobile?

• Both avoid industry disruptions.

• Both focus on traditional business models.

• Both have a reputation for innovation.

• Both are known for conservative approaches.