News Headline Summary

Dish (DISH) Chairman Ergen says both DirecTV and Dish need to consider a merger

Says:
- No discussions taking place about a merger.
- Both companies probably 'will look at' merger.

Reaction details:

- DTV shares spike immediately higher by 0.74% from USD 49.65 to USD 49.99.
- DISH shares spike immediately higher by 2.48% from US D 35.62 to USD 36.49.

Print 17:22, 06 Nov 2012 - US Equities - Source: Newswires