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Activision Blizzard eyeing Take-Two?

Janco Partners believes newly merged company is "stirring the pot" in front of EA

With the ink still drying on the merger of Activision and Vivendi games, one analyst believes that Activision Blizzard could at least be eyeing the possible acquisition of Take-Two.

Although some analysts state there's no chance Activision Blizzard would steal a Take-Two deal from Electronic Arts, Janco Partners' Mike Hickey said competitors will always be evaluating acquisition opportunities.

"We absolutely believe Activision will take a look at Take-Two," said Hickey, speaking to the The Deal.com.

"If a competitor is for sale, you take a look, and if EA is your real rival, why wouldn’t you stir the pot a little bit?"

However, UBS Securities' Ben Schachter said that Activision Blizzard is too busy with the new company to consider further acquisitions.

"It is highly unlikely that Activision would try to outbid EA. They have enough on their plate at the moment," he offered.

Electronic Arts is still pursuing its acquisition of Take-Two for USD 25.74 per share, extending its offer for the company until August 21.

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Matt Martin joined GamesIndustry in 2006 and was made editor of the site in 2008. With over ten years experience in journalism, he has written for multiple trade, consumer, contract and business-to-business publications in the games, retail and technology sectors.
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