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Update: Walgreens Boots buyout could lead to three-way breakup

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Executive chair Stefano Pessina would likely retain a significant shareholding as part of the deal, according to sources familiar with the matter.

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PE-led consortium eyes $7bn-plus ESR Group buyout

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Warburg Pincus, ESR’s largest shareholder with a 14% stake, plans to roll over its holdings into the new private entity rather than sell for cash, according to one of the sources. The buyout comes amid a downturn in China’s property market, which has weighed heavily on ESR’s stock.

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CD&R, Permira Nearing $2.4bn Buyout Offer for Exclusive Networks

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The private equity consortium has lined up financing to potentially buy out minority shareholders in Exclusive Networks, people familiar with the matter had said, asking not to be identified because the talks are private. Talks are ongoing and there’s no guarantee they’ll lead to a deal, the company said. Exclusive Networks shares rose 8.3%

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ShoreView Industries completes take-private buyout of tools manufacturer P&F industries

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According to terms of the deal, P&F shareholders will receive $13.00 The post ShoreView Industries completes take-private buyout of tools manufacturer P&F industries appeared first on PE Hub. per share in cash.

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Update: Cinven seals €3.5bn exit from Viridium in landmark Allianz-led deal

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The deal marks a significant exit for the British buyout firm following heightened regulatory scrutiny of private equity ownership in the insurance sector. T&D Holdings will become the largest shareholder, while Allianz will acquire a 25% stake. The transaction values Viridium at 3.5bn, including debt.

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Blackstone and Permira assess debt options for €6.5bn Adevinta deal

Private Equity Insights

The private equity firms aim to refinance or reprice Adevintas existing 4.5bn debt and may raise an additional 2bn, potentially for a shareholder dividend, according to sources familiar with the matter. The firms acquired Adevinta in 2023 in one of Europes largest leveraged buyouts backed by private credit.

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PE-backed Diagnostyka targets $1.2bn valuation with Warsaw IPO

Private Equity Insights

Diagnostyka aims to use the IPO to enhance shareholder value, strengthen its position, and fund future acquisitions. read more European private equity deals surge by 78% amid economic challenges Private equity firms have driven buyout activity to $133bn in 2024, a 78% increase compared to the.