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Allan C. Nichols
EUR 147.86 For Business Accounts Only

Vodafone Confirms It Is in Discussions to Merge Its Indian Operation With Idea; Shares Undervalued

On Jan. 30, 2017, Vodafone confirmed media speculation that it is in discussions with the Aditya Birla Group regarding the possible merger of Vodafone India and Idea Cellular. There is no guarantee that such a merger will come to fruition, so we are maintaining our fair value estimate and narrow moat rating at this time. If the deal takes place, Vodafone will deconsolidate its Indian operation. The deconsolidation of India would reduce its subscriber base by about 40% and reduce its revenue grow...
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Vodafone Group PLC (ADR)

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Morningstar
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Allan C. Nichols

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