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  1. Sycamore Partners completed the acquisition of Walgreens, a large pharmacy chain with stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Stefano Pessina remains involved in the deal's closing, while Tim Wentworth led Walgreens' turnaround strategy.

3 reports, 3 independent Updated Aug 28
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Stefano Pessina remains involved in the deal's closing, while Tim Wentworth led Walgreens' turnaround strategy.

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  1. Tim Wentworth was appointed CEO of Walgreens on July 14, 2025.Sub-event
  2. Tim Wentworth was replaced as CEO of Walgreens.1 source
  3. Walgreens deal closing and turnaround leadership details emerge.1 source

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  • Healthcare DiveSycamore Partners closes Walgreens acquisition, splits retailer into 5 companies This story was originally published on Healthcare Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free dail
  • Associated Press FinanceSycamore Partners finishes deal to take drugstore chain Walgreens private DEERFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The acquisition of Walgreens by a private equity firm is complete, ending the drugstore chain’s run as
  • Yahoo FinanceWalgreens goes private as Sycamore closes deal, Staples CEO to replace Tim Wentworth Walgreens Boots Alliance is officially private and will cease to exist as a vertically integrated business on the