Rogers' 'sweeteners' for $16 bln Shaw takeover may test Canadian regulatory, political patience
Article content TORONTO — Rogers Communications Inc’s efforts to secure its C$20 billion ($16 billion) acquisition of Shaw Communications Inc could be insufficient to overcome regulatory hurdles and political opposition amid concerns Canadians face some of the world’s highest phone bills. Rogers agreed on Monday to buy Shaw in a deal that would create Canada’s second-largest cellular and cable operator, but the Canadian government was quick to say it would attract stiff regulatory scrutiny. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or Rogers' 'swee...