@rogoswami
biz reporter @semafor. previously @cnbc. nyc via new orleans via connecticut. rgoswami@semafor.com
World & Business
Semafor says PIF is doing financial housekeeping to help make RedBird's pursuit of the club possible.
World & Business
The Financial Times says a deal would have created an independent investment bank with a $6 billion market value.
Technology
A user cites Semafor for a reported investor list that also includes Benchmark, Greenoaks, Kleiner and Thrive.
World & Business
Semafor reports a sale would unwind Coca-Cola's $5 billion purchase of the British coffee chain in 2018.
World & Business
Rohan Goswami reported that he was highly doubtful about a Chipotle takeover bid after speaking with people close to the company, and said he understood the company had hired advisors to defend against potential activist or unwanted takeover.
World & Business
Semafor reports that Kreiz, formerly of Mattel, is headed to David Ellison’s executive team. His senior role has yet to be defined.
Entertainment
The Hollywood Reporter says Kreiz announced his exit from Mattel on September 30. Rumors suggest he may be heading to a top role at David Ellison’s Paramount-Warner Bros.
Entertainment
Variety, citing Semafor, says CEO David Ellison is considering Musk among a number of wealthy potential investors as he seeks fresh capital for a merged Paramount–Warner Bros.