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Starboard plotted a campaign against Pfizer’s chief. Then a blank email dropped in his inbox
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Former Pfizer CEO, finance chief step back from Starboard's activist campaign
The about face comes as the board grapples with the activist's efforts, and just days before Starboard's Jeff Smith was slated to meet with the CEO, sources said.16 hours ago -
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Former Pfizer executives pull out of activist investor Starboard’s campaign
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Human trafficking charges against Stagecoach tycoon are dropped
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Pfizer’s stock dips after two former execs say they won’t support Starboard
Activist investor Starboard Value claims the pharma giant’s former CEO and CFO were “threatened” into backing current management.2 hours ago -
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Pfizer threatened to sue renegade executives prior to activist schism, Starboard's Smith says
Starboard's Jeff Smith called on the company to assemble a special committee to investigate the matter, describing it as "flagrantly unethical."5 hours ago -
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New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his foundation unveiled an ad titled "Time Out Against Hate" on Thursday in collaboration with major sports leagues.3 hours ago -
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