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business18 days ago•13 min saved

Peltz's Trian Eyes Wendy's Take-Private, Fueling Stock Rally

Wendy's shares jumped after reports that Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management is assembling a consortium to take the company private, possibly with BlueFive Capital and Flynn Group; a formal bid could come in coming weeks. Trian is Wendy's largest shareholder, with the fund owning about 7.9% and Peltz himself around 16%, and the company is undergoing a turnaround under CEO Bob Wright amid six straight quarters of declining same-store sales. While a go-private deal could accelerate reform, the reports are unconfirmed and the business fundamentals remain challenging, with sizable short interest.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #nelson-peltz #private-equity

mergers-acquisitions-and-takeovers22 days ago•12 min saved

Trian moves toward take-private bid for Wendy’s as shares surge

Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management is nearing a formal take-private bid for Wendy’s, potentially with BlueFive Capital and Flynn Group; Wendy’s stock jumped about 12% on the report as Trian’s stake (>24% combined) could trigger board review and a private-sale process if a bid materializes, though timing remains uncertain after Wendy’s weak Q2 results and dividend cut.

via Yahoo Finance|

#bluefive-capital #mergers-acquisitions-and-takeovers #nelson-peltz

business22 days ago•2 min saved

Wendy's stock climbs on reports of a Peltz-led take-private bid

Wendy’s shares jumped after the Financial Times reported Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management is assembling a take-private bid, a development that comes as Wendy’s struggles with sales declines and Burger King overtakes it as the second-largest U.S. burger chain, with Trian already holding a stake and longstanding board ties.

via CNBC|

#burger-king #business #nelson-peltz

business22 days ago•4 min saved

Peltz-Backed Consortium Eyes Wendy’s Take-Private Bid

Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management is assembling a co-investor group, including BlueFive Capital and Flynn Group, to pursue a take-private bid for Wendy’s, with a formal offer potentially in the coming weeks; Wendy’s—owner of about 7,000 US stores and facing sales and cost pressures—would have to be reviewed by its independent directors if a bid materialises.

via Financial Times|

#bluefive-capital #business #flynn-group

business2 months ago•20 min saved

Wendy's stock jumps on meme-fueled hype amid leadership moves

Shares of Wendy's rose about 30% as a meme-like rally driven by a viral Reddit thread highlighted new leadership and potential catalysts (including expansion plans and a possible buyout by Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management), while the company faces past-quarter weakness and beef-cost pressures; the surge underscores the meme-stock dynamic surrounding Wendy's.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #meme-stock #nelson-peltz

business2 years ago•3 min saved

Nelson Peltz Sells Disney Stake After Proxy Battle Loss

Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management sold its Disney shares for about $1 billion after losing a proxy fight to join Disney's board. Despite the loss, Trian profited from Disney's stock price increase earlier this year. Disney, under CEO Bob Iger, has implemented cost-cutting measures and is focusing on its streaming business, theme parks, and finding a successor for Iger.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bob-iger #business #disney

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Nelson Peltz Sells Disney Stake for $1B Profit After Proxy Battle Loss

Despite losing a proxy fight against Disney's board and CEO Bob Iger, billionaire activist investor Nelson Peltz's firm, Trian Fund Management, sold its entire stake in Disney for a $1 billion profit. The sale occurred as Disney shares were around $120, though they have since dropped to $100.88. Peltz's campaign criticized Disney's share price and management, but the financial outcome proved lucrative for him.

via Deadline|

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business2 years ago•1 min saved

Nelson Peltz Sells Disney Stake for $1B After Proxy Battle Loss

Activist investor Nelson Peltz has sold his entire stake in Disney for around $120 a share, yielding a $1 billion return, after losing a proxy battle to secure board seats at the company. Disney's current board was reaffirmed by a substantial margin in a recent shareholder vote.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #disney #nelson-peltz

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Disney's Bob Iger Triumphs Over Activist Shareholders in Proxy Fight Victory"

After losing a proxy battle with Disney, activist investor Nelson Peltz claims about $1 billion in profit on stock gains and hints at a potential third effort to shake up the board if the company doesn't keep its promises. Peltz, reflecting on the defeat, expressed hope that Disney will fulfill its assurances and stated that he will "watch and wait" to see if the company delivers on its commitments.

via Deadline|

#business #disney #nelson-peltz

business2 years ago•4 min saved

"Disney's Bob Iger Prevails Over Activist Shareholders in Proxy Fight"

Disney successfully defeated activist shareholders' attempt to secure board seats, marking a significant win for CEO Bob Iger. The company's board triumphed over the nominees put forward by Trian Fund Management and Blackwells Capital at its annual shareholder meeting. Despite Disney's recent stock performance, some investors sought higher returns and a more forceful shakeup. The defeat of the activist shareholders allows Iger to focus on the growth phase of his plan, but dissatisfaction within the company remains.

via CNN|

#activist-investors #bob-iger #business

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Nelson Peltz's Proxy Battle with Disney CEO Bob Iger: Seeking Respect and Board Accountability"

Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management withheld its votes from Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger in the ongoing proxy battle, despite publicly stating a desire to work together with management if elected to the Disney board. This move contradicts Trian's proxy recommendations and raises questions about the potential toxicity of the boardroom if Peltz is elected. Disney has nominated a slate of 12 directors, including Iger, while Trian is recommending shareholders vote for Peltz and former Disney CFO Jay Rasulo and withhold votes for two Disney nominees.

via CNBC|

#bob-iger #business #nelson-peltz

business2 years ago•4 min saved

"Jamie Dimon Supports Disney's Bob Iger in Proxy Fight Against Nelson Peltz"

Activist investment firm Trian Fund Management dismisses the relevance of the Bob Iger-Ike Perlmutter relationship to their proxy fight with Disney, stating that the focus should be on the board's failures. Trian is pushing for the election of its co-founder and ex-Disney CFO to the board, while Disney intensifies its criticism of Perlmutter and the former CFO, Jay Rasulo. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has voiced support for Bob Iger, emphasizing his expertise and successful track record in the media and entertainment industry.

via Deadline|

#bob-iger #business #disney

business2 years ago•3 min saved

"JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Supports Disney's Bob Iger in Proxy Fight Against Nelson Peltz"

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon voiced his support for Disney CEO Bob Iger in the ongoing proxy fight with Trian Fund Management, praising Iger as a top-notch executive with deep expertise in the media and entertainment industry. Trian has criticized Disney's financial performance and board oversight, proposing its own nominees for the board. Disney has defended its strategic progress and board qualifications, while the shareholder meeting to decide the proxy battle is scheduled for early April.

via Fox Business|

#bob-iger #business #disney

business2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nelson Peltz Criticizes Disney's Sports Service and Epic Games Investment"

Nelson Peltz, through Trian Fund Management, criticized Disney's plans to launch a sports streaming service and invest in Epic Games, calling them "frenetic" and "confused." Trian, which holds $3.5 billion in Disney stock, is pushing for changes to the company's board and strategy, and has nominated Peltz and former Disney CFO Jay Rasulo for seats on the board. Disney's stock rose after reporting better-than-expected earnings, and the company has urged shareholders to reject Trian's slate.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #disney #epic-games

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Disney's Future: Battle Heats Up as Company Sets Meeting Date"

The battle for Disney's future intensifies as activist investor Nelson Peltz pushes for changes to the board of directors in preparation for CEO Bob Iger's departure in 2026. Disney has set a shareholder meeting for April 3, where investors will have a say in the company's future leadership. Peltz has criticized Disney's strategic missteps and lack of succession planning, advocating for his own candidates to join the board. Disney, on the other hand, has defended its current board and succession planning efforts, emphasizing its ongoing engagement with shareholders and the addition of new board members with CEO succession experience.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #ceo-succession #disney