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S&P: 'Weakest Link' Companies Decline

The number of "weakest link" companies has declined substantially from the record highs reached roughly a year ago, according to a report from Standard & Poor’s. There were 203 such companies as of March 10, down from 298 one year ago.

Phillips-Van Heusen Buys Hilfiger

British clothing company Phillips-Van Heusen will acquire Tommy Hilfiger Corp. for about $3 billion.

Centaur Files for Chapter 11

Centaur LLC, a horse track, off-track betting and casino operator based in Indianapolis, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware on Saturday.

PrinceRidge Adds Three MDs

PrinceRidge has added three managing directors — John McNicholas, Valerie Red-Horse and Ron Zampolin — to its corporate finance team.

Centerbridge, Paulson Stake $450M on Bankrupt Extended Stay

Centerbridge and Paulson, both New York investment firms, will invest $225 million in the Spartanburg, S.C., hotel chain, as well as backstop its $225 million rights offering.

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Banker of the Year: Kenneth Moelis

A veteran dealmaker, who built his own firm while major competitors were reeling, now has some advice for Wall Street.

Retail Deal of the Year: Dollar General's IPO

Investors in Dollar General's IPO were betting on a change in consumers' shopping habits.

Real Estate Deal of the Year: Juggling Knives in GGP's Bankruptcy Court

DIP financing and holding bondholders at bay helped keep General Growth Properties’ workout on the tracks.

Media Deal of the Year: Disney Buys Marvel

A marriage between the entertainment titans Disney and Marvel has proved a smash hit with the investment community.

Less Amusement for Investors?

For anyone venturing into the amusement park business, the big question is when will consumers return with open wallets — and will that be enough to cover expenses?

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