After an initial rejection, the Bancroft family has said it will meet with Rupert Murdoch and News Corp. regarding the .
"After a detailed review of the business of Dow Jones and the evolving competitive environment in which it operates, the family has reached consensus that the mission of Dow Jones may be better accomplished in combination or collaboration with another organization, which may include News Corp," Michael B.
Elefante, a Dow Jones director and representative of the Bancroft family, said in a statement after a board meeting to consider Murdoch's bid.
There has been no shortage of . Some have speculated that Murdoch sees the WSJ as a potential jewel in a long-awaited business news channel, while others insist the mogul wants a workable internet subscription property.