Boots takeover: What Wittington’s plans could mean for customers
The Weston family’s holding company has agreed to buy Boots. Store upgrades, online improvements and more healthcare services are planned, but the deal has yet to close.
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Weston family agrees $8.9bn deal to acquire Boots, subject to approval
The Canadian family's Wittington Investments has agreed to buy Boots' UK and Irish operations, No7 and other businesses, with Fairfax as a partner. The sale has not yet closed.
Boots sale agreed with Weston family’s Wittington Investments in $8.9bn deal
The agreement covers Boots stores in the UK and Ireland, Boots Opticians and No7 Beauty Company. Ownership is expected to transfer in early 2027.
Boots sale talks with Canadian Weston family reportedly near $9bn deal
Sycamore Partners is reportedly in advanced talks over a sale of Boots, but neither an agreement nor a timetable has been confirmed.