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Havas Eyes WPP as Vultures Circle—But Is Anyone Actually Dealing?

Share buyback by CEO and chairman suggests no formal talks underway, despite speculation linking French rival and private equity firms to troubled UK holding company

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Nov 17, 2025
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The advertising industry’s consolidation wave has thrust WPP back into M&A speculation, with France’s Havas reportedly exploring options for the struggling UK holding company. But scratch beneath the…

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