MAA to Buy Colonial Properties Trust for US$2.17 Billion

Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc. announced to buy Colonial Properties Trust for US$2.17 billion.


Generali Sells Reinsurance Business to Scor

Generali agrees to sell its reinsurance business to Scor for EUR 579 million. Last Tuesday, Generali announced its agreement to sell its US life reinsurance business to Scor.

Continental Grain Co Announced Selling Entire Stake at Smithfield

Continental Grain Co announced to finally end its long-term ownership with Smithfield to prevent further proxy battle.

Calpers Plan to Sell Its Entire Carlyle 4% Stake

Calpers is planning to sell its entire 4% stake in Carlyle that is valued at US$373.3 million. After 12 years of being managed by Carlyle Group LP, a private equity manager firm, the California Public Employees' Retirement System plans to sell its total 4% stake.


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