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Diageo Appoints Goldman Sachs For Jose Cuervo Talks

In a bid to close a deal to acquire Jose Cuervo from its family owners, Diageo has appointed Goldman Sachs to lead talks. Owned by the Beckmann family, the Jose Cuervo tequila brand has been valued at up to US$3bn.

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