The Schulte Roth & Zabel 2011 Private Equity Buyer/Public Target M&A Deal Study 3rd Quarter Update and Comparative Analysis discusses the notable trends and themes in recent mergers and acquisitions involving private equity buyers and public company targets. The 3rd Quarter Update adds to the analysis provided in the Summer 2011 Private Equity Buyer/Public Target M&A Deal Study by taking into account the relevant deals from the third quarter and offering comparisons between 2010 Transactions and 2011 YTD Transactions. The 3rd Quarter Update also addresses additional topics, particularly a more detailed analysis of trends in “go shop” provisions.