Singo makes his move on Fairfax’s stake in Macquarie Media
The unlikely alliance between John Singleton, Mark Carnegie and Fairfax Media through Macquarie Media could be coming to an end after Singleton and Carnegie launched a bid to take full ownership of the radio network on Friday.
Fairfax owns 54.5% of the AM radio network which includes 2GB, 3AW, 2UE, 6PR and 4BC, while Singleton and Carnegie control the remaining 45.5%, with Singleton controlling a 34% stake.
Mumbrella has confirmed the duo requested access to Fairfax’s due diligence room, which was initially reported in The Australian.
No surprise here.
Looks like the karma bus has finally arrived at 2GB Pyrmont.
Singo and co running scared over what a Private Equity takeover of Fairfax Media might mean for them.
It’d be great to see Fairfax retain its 54.5% share of Macquarie Media.
Karma bus indeed. First stop Melbourne – have a look at Talking Lifestyle’s ratings in Melbourne. Owch!
Did anyone see the embarrassing letter on the ASX from Singleton to Fairfax today?
The only media speculation there is, is the speculation Singleton himself has created through his old mates at the paper.
“We need access to the data room” says Singo.
Not sure why you would need the data room to simply buy the remaining shares of a company you are already running (very badly).