Investing

The Lion Fund Raises Stake in Friendly Ice Cream (FRN) to Nearly 15%

From 13D Tracker

In an amended 13D filing late Wednesday on Friendly Ice Cream Corp. (AMEX: FRN), The Lion Fund disclosed a 14.92% stake (1.18 million shares) in the company. This is up from the 12.73% stake (1 million shares) the firm disclosed in a recent filing (10/05).

The investment firm provided an update on its request to nominate its representatives Mr. Biglari and Dr. Cooley to the company’s board of directors. The firm said they sent notice to the company’s Secretary, in accordance with the company’s by-laws, of its intention to nominate the two at the company’s next stockholders meeting. The firm also said they’ve requested the company’s stockholder records.

The firm believes that because their interest are aligned with other stockholders, Mr. Biglari and Dr. Cooley would be constructive contributors to the board.

http://www.13dtracker.blogspot.com/

Sponsored: Want to Retire Early? Start Here

Want retirement to come a few years earlier than you’d planned? Orare you ready to retire now, but want an extra set of eyes on your finances?

Now you can speak with up to 3 financial experts in your area for FREE. By simply clicking here you can begin to match with financial professionals who can help you build your plan to retire early. And the best part? The first conversation with them is free.

Click here to match with up to 3 financial pros who would be excited to help you make financial decisions.

Thank you for reading! Have some feedback for us?
Contact the 24/7 Wall St. editorial team.