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Shares in gas companies rise on confirmation of deal talks
The outlook in industrial gases is weak, but healthcare looks a better market
Benoît Potier says there is a ‘very compelling’ strategic case for takeover bid
Good things come, apparently, to those who wait
Deal marks vote of confidence in American industrial economy
Shareholders back bidder’s proposal to bring forward investor meeting
Rivals trade blows and hustle for votes ahead of meeting
Air Products huffs and puffs
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