Updated version 1 - Starbucks says it will not acquire Chipotle Mexican Grill

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Reuters, October 12 - Starbucks (SBUX.O) spokesperson said on Monday that the company will not acquire Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG.N), ending speculation about what could have been the largest acquisition in the history of the restaurant industry.

Chipotle has not immediately responded to Reuters' request for comment.

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