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Dec 18, 2017

Why Bain’s ADK buy is the most important story of 2017

And why the advertising industry should be optimistic about it.

Dec 7, 2017

ADK completes deal to sell to Bain Capital

A saga that began in October has reached its conclusion.

Nov 21, 2017

WPP backtracks, agrees to sell ADK stake

Bain Capital is apparently closer to taking control of Japan's third-largest advertising agency, ending a 20-year partnership with WPP.

Nov 16, 2017

WPP says it will invest more in ADK if Bain's bid fails

As the tender offer nears its expiry date, WPP is working harder to get fellow ADK shareholders on its side.

Nov 8, 2017

Bain confident of a clear run in extended ADK bid

MD's comments suggest more agencies could become targets for private-equity firms.

Nov 2, 2017

Bain-ADK deal on the ropes as WPP starts legal proceedings

WPP has filed for arbitration in Japan in an increasingly bitter dispute.