Walgreens to be acquired by Sycamore Partners

Walgreens Boots Alliance has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an entity affiliated with Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at $23.7 billion.

Sycamore Partners is a private equity firm specializing in retail, consumer and distribution-related investments. 

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter subject to customary closing conditions, including approval by WBA shareholders and after a “go-shop” period.

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