Why Would Burger King Explore Sale Now?

Restaurant industry and financial observers aren't expressing much surprise at reports by the Wall Street Journal and New York Times that Burger King Holdings is actively seeking to sell to a private equity firm.

Experts cite BK's recent lackluster performance, particularly versus McDonald's, iffy prospects for increasing BK's value in the near term, and a revitalized M&A climate (PE firms are very much back in the M&A game). Some speculate that a new owner might reposition the chain to better compete with McDonald's.

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