For those looking to Apollo
If you are hoping, praying or gambling on Apollo. See these other recent Apollo buyouts: Fresh Market Diamond Resorts Apollo Education (not related despite the same name) A couple of interesting things... roughly 4 months between the announcement of "strategic alternatives" by the target company and Apollo closing the deal. Also, the premium paid is about 50% of the stock price prior to any announcements. (Concordia was at $31 when the strategic review was announced.)