Running Head: CINGULAR AND AT&t
AT&T
as it relates to the Global Communications Scenario
University of Phoenix
Abstract
In 2004, Cingular Wireless bought AT&T Wireless Services. This paper will focus on what gain or loss can come from such a merger. The paper will answer the questions “Does a merger or partnership necessarily mean bigger profits?” and “What problems can arise from a merger or partnership?”
Cingular and AT&T Merger Synopsis
Cingular Wireless bought and merged with AT&T Wireless Services in 2004 creating the largest wireless provider in the United States. This is part of an ongoing effort to consolidate the deregulated communications market, particularly bringing back the Baby Bells into the AT&T fold. But is this good for consumers or the companies? Some evidence suggests that these mergers are not.
With Cingular’s merger with AT&T, the then current largest wireless provider,......
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