Saturday, April 21, 2007

Warnings on ABN bids a misunderstanding - Dutch FinMin

(Reuters) - A spat between the European Commission and the Dutch central bank over a possible rival bid for ABN AMRO was based on a misunderstanding, the Dutch finance minister was reported as saying, as a deadline for talks between ABN and suitor Barclays drew near.

ABN and Barclays this week extended a period of exclusive talks until midnight tonight. Discussions are likely to continue into the weekend, however, ahead of an agreement early next week, possibly on Monday, sources familiar with the situation said.


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