American Greetings Returns to Private Hands

American Greetings is privatized by the Weiss family. The founders of American Greetings Corp have reached an agreement to purchase the gift card and party goods firm.


Lear Agrees to Increase Buyback Program Amid Possible Proxy Battle

The auto parts maker has dodged a proxy war with investors Oskie Capital Management LLC and Marcato Capital Management LLC by deciding to increase its share buyback program.

Lack of Bidders for Pan Ocean Augurs Bad for STX Group

With the lack of interested buyers, the financial future of Pan Ocean and the STX Group is in jeopardy.

Suncor Shelves Upgrader Plans and Ships Direct to Refiners

Suncor, with its plan to ship to refineries directly instead of building an upgrading plant assures better returns for shareholders.


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Dell would walk away if he is not retained as CEO. Michael Dell, in a statement, would only consider a buyout plan with Blackstone Group if the private equity guarantees that he remains as its CEO.
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The Appellate Court of New York heard the arguments on the proposal of Argentina to provide a mixture of cash and bonds to pay off bondholders.
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