Danks' high share price adds a new twist to Woolworths takeover bid

SHARES in Woolworths takeover target Danks Holdings have remained above the $13.50-a-share offer, leading to speculation Woolworths might have to increase its bid.

Hardware takeover 'a threat to small stores'

INDEPENDENT senator Nick Xenophon is calling on the competition watchdog to block Woolworths' takeover of a large hardware supplier, claiming it will be the "final nail in the coffin" for independent home improvement stores.