The report also cited the strong quarterly dividend history at Energy Transfer Partners L P, and favorable long-term multi-year growth rates in key fundamental data points.

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"The driver behind this is that the long-term survival of L'Avion is doubtful, " said Geoff van Klaveren, analyst with Exane BNP Paribas.

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So bringing Mr. Howard in now, getting him acclimated to the region, whetting his appetite for the glitz and glamor that is L.A., will help the team sell Dwight on remaining in Los Angeles for the long-term.

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