Some internet pundits are claiming that Vodafone is considering a multi billion dollar purchase of T-Mobile UK. Though such an industry changing possibility is till in the speculation stage, there appears to be some merit to this proposition. T-Mobile in the UK has been struggling financially; with parent company Deutsche Telekom going as far as to issue a profit warning. A successful bid by Vodafone would increase its market share in the UK to 40%, overtaking O2 who currently sits a top of the hill with 27%. While it remains unclear whether or not British regulators will approve the buyout, Vodafone has reportedly discussed a joint takeover venture with Hutchinson Whampoa, indicative that it is aware of the potential roadblock. Even though such extreme speculation and predictions of such cataclysmic events are often premature, it is nevertheless important to remember that anything can and usually does happen in the wireless industry. Remember Verizon and Alltel?
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