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Procter & Gamble Co. is exploring the divestiture of some of its best-known brands, including Folgers, Pringles and Duracell batteries.(MERGER RELATED NEWS)(Brief article)
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The Food Institute Report
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October 8, 2007
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PROCTER & GAMBLE CO. is exploring the divestiture of some of its best-known brands, including Folgers, Pringles and Duracell batteries. The company reportedly retained BLACKSTONE GROUP LP to auction ...
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