Kone to Acquire TK Elevator in $34.4 Billion Deal to Create Industry Leader
Finland’s Kone will acquire Germany’s TK Elevator in a $34.4 billion deal, forming the world’s largest elevator manufacturer.
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Finland’s Kone will acquire Germany’s TK Elevator in a $34.4 billion deal, forming the world’s largest elevator manufacturer.
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