The AA got rid of 3, 000 staff - more than a quarter of its workforce - while under Permira's ownership.

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The AA-rated 30-year bonds were sold this past April to yield at least 3.5%.

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The camera's 3-inch monitor, ergonomic design, along with the convenience of AA-size batteries and a dedicated video button make it easy and fun for users to shoot comfortably.

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