Kenneth Li

Rumors Swirl Around Microsoft, Vivendi Game Unit

 

Another rumored suitor for Vivendi's unit is game-publishing giant Electronic Arts(ERTS), although talks between the two companies have yet to happen, according to a source.

Separately, trading-floor rumors in Europe surfaced Wednesday morning regarding Microsoft's snapping up a stake in Nokia.

In afternoon trading, Microsoft shares were up 31 cents, or 0.7%, at $49.13. Vivendi shares were up 18 cents, or 1.1%, at $17.06.

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