Multiple choice general knowledge

An Indian Co. which is into manufacturing of electrical goods has recently acquired a Dutch Firm “Sylvania” for $300 million. What is the name of that company?

  1. Philips India Ltd.

  2. Godrej Appliances

  3. Khaitan

  4. Havell’s
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Havell's India, an electrical equipment company, did acquire the Dutch lighting company Sylvania in 2007 for approximately $300 million. This was a significant cross-border acquisition in the electrical goods manufacturing space. Philips, Godrej, and Khaitan were not the acquirers in this specific transaction.

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