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Showing 44 posts in Mergers and Acquisitions.
Jim Beam purchased by Japanese conglomerate
Whiskey brewed in Kentucky appears to be growing in popularity on both a national and international scale. This may be behind the acquisition of Jim Beam by the Japanese company, Suntory Holdings Limited. Kentucky Bourbon's whiskey has been particularly popular in markets like Japan. More >
Two Ashland CPA firms to merge
Two accounting firms that have provided services for medium-sized businesses in Kentucky and other states plan on merging their practice effective on July 1. Both are CPA firms that have been in business for a number of decades. More >
New company formed after merger now the world's biggest airline
Though American Airlines had previously sought bankruptcy protection, it has now merged with US Airways to become the world's largest airline. American Airlines former parent company, AMR Group, has now been replaced by American Airlines Group Inc. This all follows a number of years where the company suffered from financial losses. More >
Accounting firms merge to move into North Kentucky market
An accounting firm Barnes Dennig is in the process of merging with another firm to give it a larger presence in Northern Kentucky. The merger is to take place on January 1st, and the merger will make it as one of the larger accounting firms in the area. More >
Merger made to boost Anheuser-Busch sales
Two firms are merging in order to allow a greater presence across the U.S. in the distribution of Anheuser-Busch products. Hand Family Cos, already oversees distribution operations in Kentucky and Tennessee. Hand Family joining up with BDT Capital Partners LLC will apparently allow them to dominate sales of Anheuser-Busch in other regions of the country as well. More >
Canada Pension Plan to Acquire Neiman Marcus Despite IPO Registry
In July, the distinguished luxury retailer Neiman Marcus registered for an initial public offering. The current owners of the department store chain are a group of investors led by private equity firms TPG Capital L.P. and Warburg Pincus LLC. In response to losses in Neiman’s credit facilities, according to Reuters, the group had been seeking a non-public buyer among private equity firms and even sovereign wealth funds, but the offers did not meet price expectations. Those efforts were exhausted, and an IPO seemed to be the best remaining option. More >
Airline Mergers Spark Discussions Across the Industry
Business owners in Kentucky know that it is very challenging to balance the needs of a business with the resources available. In some cases, one of these significantly outweighs the other and it is appropriate to pursue options that would legally join two companies, and their respective resources, together. More >
Employee Non-Compete Agreements in Mergers and Acquisitions
Businesses routinely execute non-compete agreements with their employees in order to protect legitimate business interests. These agreements are not just an important interplay in the employer/employee context, but also factor into many other business deals, such as partnership, franchise, or consulting agreements. Recently, the effect of a merger on a non-compete agreement has become a hot topic. More >
Acquisitive Air Products May Face Hostile Acquisition of its Own
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., which sells gases and chemicals for industrial uses, has a reputation for attempting hostile acquisitions of other companies, most recently, Pennsylvania-based Airgas, Inc. Now it appears that Air Products could itself be facing an unwelcome takeover bid -- from Pershing Square Capital Management, which has already acquired a 9.8-percent stake in the company. More >
Important Considerations for Buying a Franchise
Operating a franchised business can be a profitable venture. Likewise, it can be a recipe for disaster. The distinguishing factors for success include how well an individual researches the franchise and his dedication to the business. More >
