Cable Deal Market Undeterred By Credit Crisis

摘要

While larger cable deals are feeling the squeeze in the credit markets, smaller transactions are unaffected by the recent turmoil. In October and November, SNL Kagan registered four new transactions valued at an estimated $281 mil., or$2,843/sub. That brings the total deal count fortheyearthrough October to 27, almost double last year's figure for the same period. According to various press reports, more deals are brewing. Everest Connections is reportedly looking for a buyer. In addition, Suddenlink Comm. is said to be shopping for systems in various locations, including Texas and Oklahoma.