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Major Acquisitions by Private Equity Firms in Recent Weeks

BC Partners' Potential Takeover of Pets at Home Boosts Shares: On February 26, shares of Pets at Home skyrocketed by 14%, sparked by whispers of a takeover bid from BC Partners. The buzz heightened after the appearance of several bid vehicles — such as Pug Bidco Limited — that were registered...

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2025 September 23 . 4:18 AM

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Seizing Control on Thursdays: Notable Acquisitions by Private Equity this Month

Major Acquisitions by Private Equity Firms in Recent Weeks

In the world of business, several significant transactions are set to reshape various industries. Here's a roundup of the latest developments:

KKR's acquisition of Fuji Soft is poised to become Japan's largest take-private deal this year, valued at approximately $4.1bn. After a two-stage tender offer, KKR acquired nearly 58% of the software developer.

Meanwhile, Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) shares soared 11% in New York due to ongoing takeover discussions with private equity firm Sycamore Partners. If the deal proceeds, Sycamore is expected to sell off parts of the business, raising questions about Boots' long-term ownership and strategic direction.

In the healthcare sector, Gerresheimer, the German medical packaging company, is in early-stage discussions with private equity investors. Potential buyers include KKR, Warburg Pincus, and KSP, among others. The activist investor Active Ownership Capital (AOC) also plays a significant role, pushing for strategic changes and leadership with private equity experience.

Silver Lake and GIC have finalized a $1.7bn acquisition of monetization platform Zuora, taking the company private. Zuora's software helps businesses manage pricing, billing, payments, and revenue recognition, and serves over 1,000 clients, including General Motors, The New York Times, Caterpillar, and Zoom.

Pets at Home shares soared 14 percent on February 26, amidst speculation of a potential takeover bid by private equity firm BC Partners. Michael Chang, BC Partners' New York-based co-head of healthcare, is linked to this potential deal, as well as BC Partners' investment in US pet retailer PetSmart.

If the deals proceed, these transactions will have profound implications for the companies involved, their employees, and the industries they operate in. Stay tuned for more updates as these stories unfold.