I have a feeling that the so-called deal talking now is very likely a buyout.<
Why do you think that? T.i.a.
Because what company would want to commit money to another company that obviously can not manage itself well? A buyout would allow a more seasoned management team take GTCB places where GTCB can not take themselves now.
GTCB no longer has a goat's leg to stand on and a buyout is in the best interests of the STOCKHOLDERS right now and would Cox would be able to save face by negotiating a decent buyout price.