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Lithuanian Pharmacy Chain Acquires Competitor

March 2006 | Company Finance Alert

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One of largest pharmacy chains in Lithuania - Gintarine Vaistine - has received authorisation from the state competition council to acquire 100% of another local chain, Saurimeda.

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