Microsoft (MSFT) Opts for Loan in Dell (DELL) Deal to Avoid Ruffling Feathers

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Deutsche Bank Downgrades Dell (DELL) to Hold; Higher Bid Unlikely

February 5, 2013 1:47 PM EST

Deutsche Bank downgraded Dell (NASDAQ: DELL) from Buy to Hold with a price target of $13.65 (from $15.00) following today's 'take private' deal. The firm while the deal comes at a discount to other structurally challenged companies like HPQ and LXK a superior bid seems... More

Microsoft (MSFT) Contributes $2B in Dell (DELL) 'Go Private' Deal

February 5, 2013 9:29 AM EST

In Dell's (Nasdaq: DELL) $24.4 billion 'go private' deal, Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) loaned $2 billion to help finance the transaction.

Shares are indicated for a higher open Tuesday, following a 1.8 percent slide on Monday.... More