the stake
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But talks were slowed down due to disagreement over the price, as well as squabbles within the government over how big the stake should be.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
The Luxembourg-based steelmaker said Tuesday that it sold around 23.9 million shares in Vallourec—equivalent to 10% of its outstanding share capital—after acquiring the stake in 2024.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
It’s possible Berkshire has exited from or changed its Delta position, since its regulatory filing last week disclosing the stake reflected investments in the first quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Ackman didn’t detail the size of the stake, which he said would be disclosed in regulatory filings later Friday.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
The bottom of the stake widened into a mini shovel.
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
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