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BSkyB Sees Profits Rise Thanks To News Corp Payout

The satellite broadcaster has posted a 33% rise in pre-tax profits for the three months to September, reaching £307m. Results were boosted by a £39m payout from News Corporation for breaking off the sale and £7m in costs for advisory fees following the phone hacking scandal.

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