Originally Posted by B40

http://www.marketwatch.com/News/Stor...0048578EB89%7d

Google reportedly closing in on deal for YouTube.com

GOOG could announce a deal to acquire YouTube.com, the privately held video-sharing Web site, for roughly $1.6 billion as soon as after Monday's closing bell, according to media reports. The New York Times, citing undisclosed people involved with the talks, said both parties are scheduled to hold separate board meetings on Monday in order to approve the deal. Google shares closed up 2.1% at $420.50 on Friday.