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Originally Posted by Boss 
Anyone see those rumors on the yahoo message boards about Pepsi Co. to buyout SPKL?
Not sure how valid these rumors are but here is what someone wrote:
" by: lesleymlaw 18-Jan-10 04:15 pm
checked on pepsi co filing please read:
Did some more DD on this rumpr issue and also found out that Pepsi did file a petition on Friday afternoon to aquire the rights to an undisclosed franchise. After more DD it hinted at the exact number of franchises and owner stores SPKL has out now (hence the rumor being started that it is indeed SPKL.) saying that SPKL if bought or even news Tuesday afternoon of Pepsi Co. stepping in, it would be huge not only for the current pps, but for future growth. "
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I would venture to say this rumor is almost definitely false. However, it HAS been spreading via the email lists, promotion sites, and yahoo boards like wildfire. I don't think such an unsubstantiated rumor would prove to mean anything over the long-term (which is obvious, considering it is likely false), but perhaps it will give us the spark we need to see a nice little run. Regardless, I wouldn't be holding after it sees .14 cents or so (if it does); conservative: .12 cents.
It's unfortunate that people would stoop to these levels. That being said, if it can be used to your advantage, why not use it? My advice would be to sell as soon as the yahoo drones start to turn against the rumor.