Speculation: XM-Sirius Merger On The Way

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As XM and Sirius Satellite Radio gingerly monitor their busiest selling season, Sirius CEO Mel Karmazin has again raised the possibility the two companies could merge.

While this would obviously have considerable impact on millions of present and future subscribers, there's no indication from either company a merger is imminent or even inevitable.

"Right now, I think it's one of those what-if questions people in the business kick around," said Tom Taylor, editor of the trade magazine Inside Radio.

XM spokesman Chance Patterson said, "We do not comment on rumors and speculation, and this is clearly just that."

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