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News

Burger King Back to PE?

The fast food chain is reportedly in talks to sell to a financial sponsor again.

Banks Upsize Centerplate Term Loan

The banks—Macquarie Capital, UBS and the Bank of Montreal—have increased the size of the term loan to $209 million from $194 million.

Rubbermaid Launches Exchange Offer

Newell Rubbermaid launched an exchange offer as part of a large refinancing effort, the Atlanta-based company said. It initially announced the effort Aug. 2.

Mistral Buys Country Pure

The private equity firm continues to make deals from its first fund to buy into various edibles.

Cott Deal Hits the Road

Bankers launched a road show for Cott Beverages’ $375 million bond offer, according to sources.

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Articles

Greenhill's Export: Pure Advice

Fourteen years ago, Smith Barney veteran Robert Greenhill decided he would only provide advice. It is a formula that resonates with clients today.

Life in the Self-Service Lane

Canada's largest retirement funds cut out the middle man and invest on their own. Will U.S. pensions follow suit?

Old School Meets New World

Storied European firm Rothschild seeks a beachhead in the North American deal market. Its selling points? A global network and discreet advice.

BMO's Aspirations in the U.S. Are Still Alive

BMO Capital Markets, which began a big push into U.S. markets three years ago, has renewed its efforts below the 49th parallel by hiring a senior Lehman Brothers dealmaker.

How Courts See the 'Just Say No’ Defense

Tactics like the poison pill are rarely used but can be employed by a target board to get a better offer or a white-knight suitor.

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