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Mirant shares rise on news of possible sale

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From the Associated Press

Mirant Corp. said it was considering a possible sale and other moves to boost the power provider’s value for shareholders. Its shares rose more than 8%.

The Atlanta-based energy company is currently selling its business in the Philippines, six U.S. natural gas-fired plants and its Caribbean operations.

Its shares rose $3.44 to $44.08.

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