M&A Update – October 25

– SCU / Bidder J bumped bid to $13.50, restated its intention to initiate a cash tender offer at $13.50 per share following the expiration of standstill on Dec 22
– NEWR buyout by Francisco Partners / TPG cleared EC
– FRGI shareholders approved Garnett Station Partners (Authentic Restaurant Brands) buyout, closing Oct 30
– NOVR.to / MTA.to obtained interim order, final order expected Nov 29, closing late 2023
– CPRI vote, filed China SAMR