Licenses are the biggest hurdle to a deal for Harrah's
Article Abstract:
Apollo Management and Texas Pacific Group have offered approximately $15.1 billion to acquire Harrah's Entertainment Group, but difficulties in obtaining casino licens es are proving to be a major obstacle. In some states, the licensing process can take up to two years.
Publisher: Dow Jones Publishing Co. (Europe)
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
Acquisitions & mergers, Government regulation, Investment Offices, Investment Companies, Open-End Investment Funds, Investment Funds & Trusts, Amusement and recreation, not elsewhere classified, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger, Gambling industry, Licensing, certification and accreditation, Texas Pacific Group, Harrah's Entertainment Inc., HET, Apollo Management L.P.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
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Starwood's Secret
Article Abstract:
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. of the United States is in negotiations with Victoria's Secret lingerie company for a marketing linkup. The W hotel brand deal would give guests merchandise discounts and fashion shows onsite.
Publisher: Dow Jones Publishing Co. (Europe)
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
United States, Marketing procedures, Alliances, partnerships, Apparel & Shoe Stores, Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores, Licensing/Sales Agreements, HOTELS AND OTHER LODGING PLACES, APPAREL AND ACCESSORY STORES, Eating and Drinking Places, Hospitality industry, Cooperative agreement for product marketing, Company Profile, Clothing stores, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc., HOT, Limited Brands Inc. Victoria's Secret Stores Div., Marketing agreements
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2006
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