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Liberty Global Acquires Cables & Wireless, Creates Leading Consumer, B2B Communications Provider in Latin America and the Caribbean
Liberty Global plc has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Cable & Wireless Communications Plc for approximately £3.5 billion, or $5.3 billion. The acquisition would create the leading consumer and B2B communication provider in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Julius Baer to Increase its Stake at Kairos, Reinforces its Long-Term Position in Italy
Julius Baer Group Ltd. has announced in a press release that it has agreed to increase its stake at Kairos Investment Management SpA, the leading independent Italian wealth and asset management firm. The acquisition would reinforce Julius Baer’s and Kairos’ long-term position in Italy.
Marriott to Acquire Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Become World's Largest Hotel Company
Marriott International, Inc. has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. for $12.2 billion. The acquisition makes Marriott the largest hotel company in the world.
CEO Marcelo Claure Discusses 'One Sprint' Business Strategy
Marcelo Claure, the CEO of Sprint Corp., has just revealed his “One Sprint” business strategy in a weekly newsletter to employees, according to a report from the Kansas City Business Journal.
GE Close to Selling its Japanese Commercial Lending Business with 2 Bidders Remaining, Bids Value Business at $5 Billion
General Electric Co. (GE) is nearing the sale of its Japanese commercial lending business with only two bidders remaining, a person familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal. The bids have valued GE’s commercial lending and leasing operation at nearly $5 billion.
U.S. Regulator Orders Plains to Purge and Make Repairs to California Pipeline, Prevent Another Oil Spill
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has ordered Plains All American Pipeline to purge and shut down a pipeline system in California until further notice, according to a PHMSA’s Corrective Action Order (CAO). The order is to prevent another oil spill that affected the Santa Barbara County shores in May.
Mitsubishi Aircraft Completes First Flight of its Next-Generation Regional Jet, Jet to be Tested at the U.S. on 2nd Quarter of 2016
Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) have announced in a press release that they have completed the first flight of their first next-generation regional jet. The Mitsubishi Regional Jet is set to undergo its flight testing in the U.S. on the second quarter of 2016 at the jet’s base in Grant County International Airport at Moses Lake in Washington State.
Kohler's Workers Reject Contract Offer, Will Have First Union Strike since 1983
Union workers at Kohler Co. have overwhelmingly rejected the company’s last proposal on Sunday, November 15, 2015, according to a report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Kohler’s estimated 1,800 United Auto Workers (UAW) union member attending a meeting at Sheboygan High School have declared a strike, the company’s first since 1983, after the paper-ballot voting.
UAW Extends Deadline of Ratifying UAW-GM Deal, Creates Tension Among Production, Skilled Workers
Dennis Williams, the president of the United Auto Workers Union (UAW) have announced in a press release that they will be extending the deadline for the ratification of the deal the union made with General Motors Company (GM). Williams said that he has determined that further discussions with automaker were needed. USA Today adds that the delay in ratification, which is extended until November 20, 2015, has created tension at some plants between production workers and skilled trades workers.
Springleaf to Sell 127 Branches as Part of Settlement with U.S. DOJ, Clears Way for OneMain Acquistion
Springleaf Holdings, Inc. has announced in a press release that it will be selling 127 branches in 11 states as part of the settlement terms it has reached with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Attorney Generals of seven states. The settlement agreement has cleared the way for the closure of Springleaf’s acquisition of OneMain Financial Holdings, LLC.
GM to Import Chinese Made Buick SUV to the U.S., Adds a Third SUV to Buick's U.S. Lineup
General Motors Co., (GM) is planning to start selling the Buick Envision, a mid-sized sports utility vehicle (SUV), made in Shandong province, people familiar with the plan told The Wall Street Journal. The plan would add a third SUV to Buick’s U.S. lineup at a time when crossovers are among the best selling vehicles in the market.
Hulu in Talks to Sell a Stake to Time Warner, Advance its Efforts to Compete with Netflix and Amazon
Hulu is looking to sell a stake to Time Warner Inc., part of a deal that would value the company at more than $5 billion, people familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal. The move would allow Hulu to advance its efforts to compete against Netflix, Inc. and Amazon.com, Inc.
Fossil to Acquire Misfit for $260 Million, Expand its Addressable Market
Fossil Group, Inc. has announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Misfit, Inc., an innovator in wearable technology and stylish connected devices, for $260 million. The acquisition allows Fossil to expand its addressable market and offer consumers both traditional timepieces and fashionable connected accessories.
Canadian Pension Funds to Acquire Chicago Skyway Toll Road, Fits Well with The Pension Funds' Strategies
A consortium that consists of the Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), OMERS, and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan have announced in a joint statement that they will be acquiring Skyway Concession Company LLC for a total of $2.8 billion, according to a press release issued by OMERS. The acquisition of Skyway is in line with the strategy of the three pension funds.
Target Co-Founder Bruce Dayton Dies at 97, He was the Last Surviving Brother
Bruce Dayton, who co-founded Target Corp. with his five brothers, has died of natural causes on Friday at the age of 97, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. Mr. Dayton, one of the five brothers who turned their family’s Minnesota department-store business in what is now known as Target Corp., was the last surviving brother.
Blackstone to Acquire $3 Billion in Real Estate Interest from CalPERS, Part of Agency's Plan to Reduce Cost, External Investment Managers
Blackstone Group LP announced in a press release that they will be acquiring approximately $3 billion of global real estate fund interests from the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). The acquisition is in line with CalPERS strategic plan to reduce cost and external investment managers.
KFC Partners with DoorDash, Delivers Bucket of KFC to Select U.S. Cities
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) has announced in a press release published in PR Newswire that they have partnered with DoorDash, a company that offers on-demand delivery. The partnership allows KFC to deliver its food to customers in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles and Orange County.
Campbell Recalls Cans of SpaghettiOs Original, Potential Choking Hazard Found in Small Number of Cans
Campbell Soup Company, who makes a range of high-quality soups and simple meals, beverages, snacks and packaged fresh foods, has announced in a press release that it is voluntarily recalling the 14.2 ounce cans of SpaghettiOs Original. The recall is due to pieces of red plastic found in a small number of cans that is considered a potential choking hazard.
Barrick Gold to Sell 4 Non-Core Assets to Kinross and Waterton for $720 Million, Part of Debt Reduction Effort
Barrick Gold Corporation has announced in a press release that it will be selling four non-core assets to Kinross Gold Corporation and Waterton Precious Metals Fund II Cayman, LP for a total of $720 million in cash. The sale of the assets is part of the company’s effort to reduce its debt, which it said is on track to meet.
American Airlines Adds 2 People to Board of Directors, Increases Directors to 13 Members
American Airlines Group Inc. has announced in a press release that they have appointed Martin H. Nesbitt, 52, and Susan D. Kronick, 64, to its board of directors. The appointment is immediate and it increases the airlines directors to 13 members.
Airbnb Pledges to Work Together with Cities, Be More Transparent, Pay Fair Share of Taxes
Airbnb said in a blog post that the company is planning for greater cooperation with cities with its new Airbnb Community Compact policy. Under the new policy the company is planning to be more transparent and pay its fair share of taxes.
Joe's Crab Shack Trying Out No Tippining Policy in 18 Locations, Will Raise Hourly Wages of Front-House Workers
Joe’s Crab Shack, a casual seafood chain, has eliminated tipping at 18 of its locations since August and will probably expand the policy nationwide, according to a report from CNN Money. The restaurant will also be increasing the hourly wages of front-house workers at the selected restaurant to around $12 to $14 an hour.
IAC Offers to Acquire Angie's List, Angie's Board to Review and Evaluate the Offer
InterActiveCorp (IAC) has proposed to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Angie’s List, Inc. common stock for $8.75 per share, according to IAC’s press release published in PR Newswire. The transaction proposed would be structured as an all-cash deal, however, IAC is also considering a combination of Angie’s List with IAC’s HomeAdvisor business through a tax-free stock-for-stock exchange.
Carl Icahn Looking to Sell Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, Property Could be Sold for $650 Million
Carl Icahn, a billionaire investor, is putting up the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on the Strip, for sale, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. CBRE Group Inc., who Icahn hired to market the unfinished resort and casino, said that they expect to sell the property for $650 million.
Dunkin Donuts Releases Festive Holiday Cups, Provide Alternative to Starbucks Controversial Cups
Dunkin’ Donuts has just released their new line of holiday cups that features the word “Joy” surrounded by images of wreaths and holly for the Christmas season, according to a report from the New York Post. The new cup design is a festive alternative to Starbucks’ conservative and controversial cup design.
Tenable Network Security Raises $250 Million in Funding Round, Will Accelerate Company's Long-Term Global Growth
Tenable Network Security, one of the leading global providers of next-generation cyber security software, has announced in a press release a $250 million Series B funding round led by Insight Venture Partners and Accel. The investment, which is one of the largest funding rounds completed for a private security company, is expected to accelerate Tenable’s long-term global growth.
GE and Alstom Win Contracts to Supply Locomotives in India's Railways, Combined Contracts Worth $5.6 Billion
General Electric (GE) announced in a press release that it has received a Letter of Award from the Ministry of Railways in India for a locomotive supply and maintenance contract. The company will be building a new factory and supplying Indian Railways with 1,000 diesel locomotives that are worth approximately $2.6 billion over 11 years. Anil Saxena, a spokesman for Indian Railways, told Reuters that France’s Alstom has also been picked to develop and supply 800 electric locomotives valued at $3 billion.
United Bankshare to Acquire Bank of Georgetown, Enhance Existing Footprint in DC Metro Region
United Bankshares, Inc. announced in a press release that it will be acquiring Bank of Georgetown, a privately held community bank, for approximately $269 million. The acquisition will strengthen United Bankshares’ franchise and enhance its existing footprint in the D.C. Metro region.
DuPont Names Edward Breen Chairman and CEO, Investors Expect Major Changes to the Company
DuPont has announced in a press release that its board of directors have named Edward D. Breen as the company’s permanent chairman and CEO effective immediately. The Wall Street Journal adds that investors expect Breen to bring major changes to the agriculture-and-chemicals conglomerate.
Seaworld to End Theatrical Killer Whale Show in San Diego, Will Replace it With More Informative Presentation
SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. is planning to end its traditional Shamu show in San Diego as the company rebuilds its brand and battles declining sales, according to a report from The San Diego Union-Tribune. SeaWorld plans to replace the theatrical show with a more informative one that shows the natural behavior of the orca by 2017.
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