Identity theft and credit card insurer CPP's recent rise continued on Thursday, following confirmation from Affinion Group that early stage discussions are taking place with a view to its taking over the company.
CPP revealed yesterday that it had received an initial, preliminary approach from US peer Affinion Group. Its shares have risen more than four-fold since October 25th, as news of the talks must have leaked out.
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