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      Tracking One of the Largest Deals in Franchisee History

      It all began with major COVID disruptions. 

      Finance | May 16, 2021 | Ben Coley
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      Pizza Hut

      The saga played out over the course of six months.

      Here's a look at how NPC International's bankruptcy unraveled, from the first filing to the final purchase: 

      How the Country’s Largest Restaurant Franchisee Made the Deal of a Lifetime

      Bankruptcy Court Approves NPC’s Sale to Wendy’s and Flynn Restaurant Group

      Wendy’s, Flynn Restaurant Group Head to Mediation over NPC International Sale

      NPC International Cancels Auction for Wendy’s and Pizza Hut Assets

      Wendy’s Submits Bid For Bankrupt NPC International Locations

      Wendy’s Objects to Flynn Restaurant Group’s Bid for NPC

      Taco Bell Operator Submits $816 Million Bid for NPC International

      Bankrupt NPC International Seeks $725 Million Sale

      Bankrupt Pizza Hut Operator NPC to Close up to 300 Stores

      1,200-Unit Pizza Hut Franchisee NPC Declares Bankruptcy

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