Blockbuster Inc. is dropping its nearly $1 billion hostile bid to acquire Hollywood Entertainment Corp. by not extending its expired tender offer, citing difficulties in getting regulatory approval in time.
Blockbuster said its offer expired at midnight and would not be renewed. All tendered shares and notes will be promptly returned to holders, Blockbuster said.
Hollywood has accepted an $850 million offer from smaller rival Movie Gallery Inc.
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