DS Smith Jumps After US Talks Raise Prospect of Bidding War
- International Paper is in discussions over all-share offer
- Mondi already agreed to buy UK company for £5.1 billion
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DS Smith Plc climbed after it confirmed talks with US rival International Paper Co., triggering a possible bidding war for the UK packaging company.
International Paper is considering an all-share offer worth £4.15 per share, valuing DS Smith at £5.7 billion ($7.2 billion). Earlier this month, Mondi Plc reached an in-principle agreement to buy its UK rival for £5.1 billion.