8th Aug 2007 07:00
Vodafone Group Plc08 August 2007 8 August 2007 PUT OPTION Vodafone announces that it has decided not to exercise its rights under itsagreement with Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") to sell to Verizon up toUS$10 billion of Vodafone's interest in Verizon Wireless ("VZW"). This was thefinal such option available to Vodafone. VZW is a market leading business with strong growth prospects and the Board ofVodafone continues to believe that retaining its full 45% interest is in thebest interests of shareholders. -ends- For further information: Vodafone GroupInvestor Relations Media RelationsTel: +44 (0) 1635 664447 Tel: +44 (0) 1635 664444 This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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