marsman8032 Feb 2011 09:31
I dont think there statement of the 14th Jan could have made matters any clearer and if you knew anything about this company you would know therepolicy on speculation:
Smith & Nephew plc ('Smith & Nephew' or 'the Company') notes the continued press speculation in relation to a possible merger or takeover involving the Company.
Smith & Nephew has a long-standing policy of not commenting on press speculation, unless there is a regulatory obligation to do so. However, exceptionally, Smith & Nephew wishes to clarify that it is not engaged in any discussions which could lead to a merger or a takeover involving the Company.