Investopedia: Nokia Buys Out Siemens, Are Phones Now On The Block?

There was never really a question as to if Nokia (NYSE:NOK) and Siemens (NYSE:SI) would unwind their 50/50 partnership in Nokia Siemens Networks. Siemens had made it quite clear that they were considering all options for monetizing their stake and continuing their own plan to streamline operations. What's more, it was becoming increasingly clear that there was minimal third-party interest and that going the IPO route wasn't likely to realize full value. Curiously, though, Siemens has chosen to sell its stake in the venture to Nokia at a pretty undemanding valuation.

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