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ECONOMY • UNITED STATES

Wendy’s rejects $1.4 billion buyout offer and adopts takeover defense

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Wendy’s rejected an unsolicited $1.4 billion buyout offer, saying it undervalued the company, and adopted a “poison pill” plan intended to make a takeover harder. The board’s response leaves the offer unresolved.

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Why it matters

The decision affects Wendy’s shareholders and the investment group seeking to buy the company. The articles do not identify a direct effect on prices, jobs or customers.