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September 22, 2012
Bain Capitol buys Craftsman Tools - Good Bye USA made
The Wall st. Out-Source Monkeys are at it again and another American Icon goes to China
Bain Capital Said to Be in Advanced Talks to Acquire Apex Tool
Bain Capital LLC is in advanced talks to buy Apex Tool Group LLC, the maker of Craftsman hand tools that is owned by Danaher Corp. (DHR) and Cooper Industries Plc (CBE), said a person with knowledge of the matter.
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-09-20/bain-capital-said-to-be-in-advanced-talks-to-acquire-apex-tool
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