Tag: Mittal

Belgium government taking neutral stance on Mittal

Belgium Prime Minister Mr Guy Verhofstadt said on 2 February "We are taking a businesslike approach.

Negative response from France on Mittal Steel bid

France’s Finance Minister Thierry Breton disparaged Mittal’s offer, telling parliament on 31 January 2006 that he has never seen such a "badly prepared" takeover attempt.

Arcelor rejects Mittal bid

After a board meeting held on 29 January Arcelor has rejected Mittal’s bid, which it regards as hostile.