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Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Analysts concerned over Genting acquisition

All is well that ends well. And hopefully that will be the case for Genting’s proposed takeover of its subsidiary, valued at some $1.6 billion. But analysts are not so keen on the idea, noting the potential strain on finances, prompting a downgrade of their review of the operator.

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