Borders bids for Barnes & Noble
Long-suffering Borders is making a play to acquire its healthier national adversary, Barnes & Noble. The Detroit Free Press calls this a “bold move” in an in-depth story. NPR gives a taste of what Borders’ new name could look like post merger with suggestions like “Barnes and Borders, Noble Borders, BB&N.” The Wall Street Journal lays out three pitfalls with the proposed merger. And if you’re really feeling wonky, you can check out the actual SEC filing here.