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In the rarefied world of private equity, there is a well-known PR operator: Kekst & Co Inc. Founded in 1970, the firm has a sterling client list, which includes biggies like KKR. No doubt, it's a complex specialty, which requires a strong understanding of securities regulation and shareholder relations.

Well, Kekst is selling out to Publicis Group, which is a global advertising and marketing firm. The price tag was not disclosed.

Kekst has a storied past. For example, the firm was involved in the leveraged buyout of RJR (back in the late 1980s). Kekst is also advising Anheuser-Busch Companies Inc. (NYSE: BUD) on its fight against InBev.

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