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Dec 2016
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Viewsroom Predictions 2017: Part 1

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Breakingviews columnists from Europe, Asia and the United States discuss what’s ahead, including Donald Trump and inequality, how smaller M&A deals will shine over big acquisitions, and why Disney may ponder buying Netflix. Plus, what we got right – and wrong – about 2016. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad ch ... Show More
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