Buyer and its representatives shall hold in confidence all non-public data and information obtained with respect to Seller or its business, whether obtained before or after the execution and delivery of this Agreement, and shall not disclose the same to others; provided, however, that it is understood and agreed that Buyer may disclose such data and information (a) to the employees, lenders, investors, shareholders, consultants, accountants and attorneys of Buyer, and any other party acting by, through or under Buyer on a need to know basis, provided that such persons agree to treat such data and information as confidential, (b) as part of legal filings and evidence in connection with proceedings following any dispute between Seller and Buyer alleging a breach of this Agreement and (c) as may otherwise be required by any applicable law or regulation. The provisions of this Section 10.18 shall survive Closing or the earlier termination of this Agreement.