Emerson reveals $7.6 billion bid for National Instruments – mySA

NEW YORK (AP) — Emerson is going public with a $7.6 billion bid for National Instruments, saying the company has avoided serious buyout negotiations since early last year. Emerson bumped up its cash offer for the maker of scientific measuring equipment and software to $53 per share in November, up from a per-share offer of … Read more

CT lawmaker seeks to increase state control over mergers – mySA

Federal regulators have failed for years to do their job protecting the public’s interest when it comes to reviewing mergers in the telecommunications and cable television industries, according to the state Senate majority leader, and now he wants to do something about it. State Sen. Bob Duff, D-Norwalk, said Thursday he wants to strengthen existing … Read more

New St. Marys Strip bar Vibras set to open soon – San Antonio Business Journal – The Business Journals

New St. Marys Strip bar Vibras set to open soon – San Antonio Business Journal  The Business JournalsOriginal News Source RELATED STORIESMore than 100 Carter's locations to close — will Texas get slashed?This might be Texas' coolest antique shop — and it's not far from San Antonio'There's much more to come' | Mathis development kicks off … Read more