ViacomCBS, Inc. merges with American Radio Systems Corp.

On June 5, 1998, ViacomCBS, Inc. merged with American Radio Systems Corp., a media/entertainment company in Massachusetts, United States.

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AnnouncedJune 5, 1998 TypeMerger TargetAmerican Radio Systems Corp. Buyer ViacomCBS, Inc. SectorMedia/Entertainment LocationMassachusetts, United States ValueMembers only

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American Radio Systems Corp.

Massachusetts, United States

Media/Entertainmentsector

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Buyer

ViacomCBS, Inc.

Company · 17 deals on record

2nd transaction in media/entertainment
2nd transaction in United States

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Questions about this deal

Who acquired American Radio Systems Corp.?ViacomCBS, Inc. merged with American Radio Systems Corp. on June 5, 1998.

What type of deal was it?It was a merger in the media/entertainment sector in 1998.

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