AAPL, GOOG, MSFT, YHOO. + Skype? WOW!
The week seems to have gotten off to a great start for a few companies in the tech space. Apple (AAPL) is now considered to be the most “Valuable Brand” in the world after it surpassed the likes of Google (GOOG), Microsoft (MSFT) and others on its way to the peak. This is according to the Millard Brown Branz Rankings, a report that was released earlier this week, showcasing some of the world’s most prominent, liked and of course, valuable companies.
Now we come to know that Microsoft (MSFT) has agreed to buy the world’s most popular Internet Communications company, Skype Global, for a staggering $8.5 Billion. Despite having been tossed around by other major technology companies, Microsoft seems to want to incorporate the technology into its aresenal as well in order to compete with Apple and Google. It would be interesting to see how the new acquisition plays out with the release of the new mobile platform from Microsoft later this year.
So, UpDown traders, are you bearish or bullish on the recent news? Apple is still trading just below $350 and as of 11:33 AM today, Microsoft is in the negative as well. Are these opportunities for traders to jump in for the long run? Let us know what you think! @theUpDown and facebook too!
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