Private equity, Roark and Dave's

Private-Equity Firm Roark Nears $1 Billion Deal for Dave’s Hot Chicken
Private-equity firm Roark Capital is in advanced talks to acquire Dave’s Hot Chicken for roughly $1 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. A deal could be announced soon, granted the talks don’t hit any snags,
Dave's Hot Chicken nears $1B sale to private-equity firm Roark - WSJ
Private-equity firm Roark Capital is in advanced discussion to purchase Dave's Hot Chicken for about $1 billion. A deal could happen soon, as long as no issues arise, according to a  WSJ report on Tuesday,
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Roark Capital signs $1 billion deal for Dave's Hot Chicken, sources say
Private equity firm Roark Capital has signed a deal to acquire restaurant chain Dave's Hot Chicken for roughly $1 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. The acquisition will make Dave's part of a company whose portfolio also includes restaurants such as Arby's and Culver's.
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