
Alex Dooler
Money and Power Reporter at Bloomberg News
Money & Power Reporter at Bloomberg. Tweets about the Middle East and UK/US politics and economics. All views are my own
Articles
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1 week ago |
bloomberg.com | Alex Dooler |Nicolas Parasie
(Bloomberg) -- Americana Restaurants International Plc is exploring a deal to buy the Middle Eastern operator of brands including Five Guys and Cinnabon, according to people familiar with the matter, in a move that would further expand its network of international food franchises. The firm is in talks to acquire Cravia Inc. from its private equity owner, Fajr Capital, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential matters.
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2 weeks ago |
bloomberg.com | Alex Dooler
G42 Europe & UK will have headquarters in London. (Bloomberg) -- Abu Dhabi’s main artificial intelligence company, G42, is launching a European unit as part of the emirate’s broader push into the continent, where the government has pledged billions of dollars in investment. G42 Europe & UK will focus on deploying AI solutions for the private sector and partnering with governments and industry to help build critical infrastructure, according to a statement.
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2 weeks ago |
bloomberg.com | Alex Dooler |Nishant Kumar
Abu Dhabi(Bloomberg) -- Hudson Bay Capital Management is setting up an office in Abu Dhabi, expanding its presence in the United Arab Emirates beyond Dubai, as both cities continue to attract global asset managers. The $20 billion multistrategy investment firm plans to open in Abu Dhabi before the end of this year, according to people familiar with the matter.
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4 weeks ago |
news.bloombergtax.com | Alex Dooler |Edward Clark
Holders of the $135 million 10.5% August 2024 sukuk have voted in favor of a proposal to restructure the certificate, according to sources familiar with the situation.
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4 weeks ago |
news.bloomberglaw.com | Alex Dooler |Edward Clark
Holders of the $135 million 10.5% August 2024 sukuk have voted in favor of a proposal to restructure the certificate, according to sources familiar with the situation.
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