French champions urged to amass poison pills

Groupe Danone, the French food giant, is seeking to put up to 20% of its share capital in the hands of friendly investors to thwart takeover attempts by foreign companies.

La Tribune reports today that it is looking to bring in Crédit Agricole as a major shareholder.

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