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An activist hedge fund may soon place the largest order in Papa John’s Int’l, Inc. (NASDAQ:PZZA) history.
What Happened
Trian Fund Management LP is exploring a buyout bid for the world’s third-largest pizza chain, according to The Wall Street Journal. The prospective buyer is reportedly one of many, including other companies and private-equity firms.
Why It’s Important
The beleaguered Papa John’s is working to move past a public dispute with founder John Schnatter, who owns nearly 30 percent of shares and occupies a board set.
Trian could help.
Before Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NYSE:DPZ)’s turnaround, the hedge fund briefly got involved as the largest shareholder and a strategic adviser. Domino’s trades up 1,102 percent since Trian’s intervention.
Its record isn’t perfect, though.
Before Domino’s, Trian bought Wendys Co (NASDAQ:WEN) and merged it with Arby’s — an ultimately failed venture that quickly ended in an Arby’s sale.
Trian’s intention for Papa John’s, in the event of a sale, remains unclear. However, it may involve a fast-food marriage. Trian co-founder Nelson Peltz is the chairman of Wendy’s and orchestrated a meeting this summer to discuss the possibility of a merger. Trian owns a 13-percent stake in Wendy’s with three board seats.
What’s Next
Papa John’s expects a first round of bids by the end of October.
At time of publication, Papa John's shares were set to open up more than 6 percent at $53.80.
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27% profits every 20 days?
This is what Nic Chahine averages with his options buys. Not selling covered calls or spreads... BUYING options. Most traders don't even have a winning percentage of 27% buying options. He has an 83% win rate. Here's how he does it.
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