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SandRidge Energy Ousts CEO

SandRidge Energy Inc. CEO Tom Ward was ousted from the company last Wednesday due to accusations of strategic mistakes and self-dealing at the expense of the company's shareholders.


Sandberg: Facebook Has Never Been Stronger Since IPO

Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer for Facebook Inc. said that the company is in a better position after going public.

Icahn Repeats Pledge for Dell Buyback

Carl Icahn reiterated his interests in owning Dell and said that the US$5.2 billion refinancing from the investment bank is expected in the next couple of weeks.

Sweden's Segula Advisor adds board member

Swedish private equity firm Segulah Advisor named Lars Nyberg as member of the board. Stockholm-based private equity investment company Segulah Advisor announced on Wednesday that it has chosen Lars Nyberg as its newest member of the board.


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