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American Capital Achieves a Gain of $93 Million and Receives $138 Million in Proceeds From Value Plastics Exit

BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- American Capital Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today that on August 26, 2011 its portfolio company VP Acquisition Holdings, Inc. ("Value Plastics") was acquired by Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) for $250 million. American Capital received $138 million in proceeds and realized a gain of $93 million during the third quarter from the transaction, subject to post-closing adjustments. Value Plastics was advised by Lazard Middle Market LLC on the transaction. More...

American Capital Invests in Value Plastics

BETHESDA, MD - November 21, 20005 - American Capital Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested in the recapitalization of Value Plastics Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of branded, disposable fluid connectors used mainly in medical applications. American Capital's investment takes the form of senior term loans, senior and junior subordinated debt and common equity. American Capital is also providing a revolving credit facility. Value Plastics management is investing in the equity and will continue to manage the Company. Post close, American Capital owns a controlling interest in Value Plastics with the Company's management maintaining a significant ownership interest. More...