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Fred’s adopts ‘poison pill’ plan

Fred’s adopts ‘poison pill’ plan

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Fred’s Inc. has adopted a shareholder rights plan, also known as a “poison pill,” after a hedge fund recently became the company’s single largest shareholder. Fred’s said Tuesday its board instituted the shareholder rights plan after observing “unusual and substantial activity in the company’s shares.” The discount and pharmacy retailer noted that