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CapitaLens GE
A monthly eNewsletter on leveraged finance November 2011

In This Issue

GE Top Five M&A Deal Killers
GE Mid-Market CEOs Share Keys to Success
GE Done Deals
GE Capital Comic
GE Indices Watch
GE CapitaLens Archive
Top Five M&A Deal Killers

Whether a company is a buyer or a seller, an M&A transaction can be a rewarding experience. Such transactions often offer a way to unlock value, capture additional market share or expand into new business lines. In an ideal transaction, both parties realize significant benefits. However, closing an M&A transaction is no simple procedure. Avoiding these pitfalls are critical to a successful M&A transactions.
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Market Insights  
Mid-Market CEOs Share Keys to Success

Mid-Market CEOs Share Keys to Success
During the recent ‘Leading from the Middle' conference, a summit for middle market decision makers held at The Ohio State University in partnership with GE Capital, an esteemed group of CEOs came together to discuss how their companies have found success during challenging times. From innovation and leveraging talent to investing in the future, this conversation hosted by Brian Sullivan of CNBC outlines critical growth strategies that have made a difference. To view the video, follow the link below to the webcast page. Below the feature video, select the segment, "Middle Market CEO Panel."
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Done Deals Recent Transactions
Done Deals - BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc

BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc. • $900 Million • Asset-Based Credit Facility
GE Capital, Corporate Finance is administrative agent for a $900 million asset-based credit facility for BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc. The loan will be used to support the company's acquisition. GE Capital Markets acted as joint lead arranger and joint bookrunner.
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Capital Comic © Randy Glasbergen
Capital Comic
Indices Watch Trend Statistics
Indices Watch CFOs Express Economic Pessimism and Pragmatism
According to this in-depth survey, 52% of CFO's say economic turmoil will impact their financial projections, resulting in refocused attention toward immediate topics like capital and operational performance management.
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Indices Watch

Stronger Balance Sheets Encourage M&A Activity
This survey of senior executives reported an increase in M&A activity will be fueled by stronger balance sheets and falling debt levels despite market turbulence.
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Indices Watch Optimism Among US-Based Industrial Products Manufacturers Hits New Low
Despite uncertainties and the lowest rate of optimism in three years, US-based industrial manufacturers are forecasting positive own-company growth over the next 12 months and major new capital investments.
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Contact: Jeff Wilson, Marketing Communications Leader
GE Capital - (800) 326-6342 - jeffrey.wilson@ge.com
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