Deals
Reuters was first to report[1] that US amusement park operators Cedar Fair and Six Flags are in merger talks. A tie-up would help the companies weather a potential economic slowdown. Shares of Cedar Fair and Six Flags rose as much as 9% and 17%.
Market Impact
A tie-up between the two companies would come as concerns about a U.S. economic slowdown and consumers curbing their discretionary spending have weighed on their stock performance. Merging would allow them to weather a slowdown from a stronger position.
Article Tags
Topics of Interest: Deals
Type: Reuters Best
Sectors: Business & Finance
Regions: Americas
Win Types: Speed
Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop
Media Types: Text
Customer Impact: Significant National Story