Buffett to gain from Tim Hortons deal

Buffett is helping Burger King buy Tim Hortons.

By Staff | August 26, 2014 | Last updated on August 26, 2014
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Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is providing $3 billion of financing for Burger King Worldwide’s takeover of Tim Hortons, reports Bloomberg.

As a result, the company stands to “earn 9% annual interest on the investment,” it adds. Read more.

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