Following the $30 billion merger of Chemist Warehouse and Sigma Healthcare, discussions are underway for the sale of shares in some of Chemist Warehouse's largest franchises. This deal is set to significantly impact the Australian market landscape, reducing passive investors' exposure to blue-chip companies and potentially marking a turnaround for the ASX after a period of decline.
Investment bankers are now targeting Chemist Warehouse 's franchisees as prime assets for lucrative block trades . Sources reveal that discussions are underway between the owners of some of Chemist Warehouse 's largest franchises and several ECM teams. These discussions center around the potential sale of shares following the completion of the $30 billion merger on February 12.
The merger, which has cleared most regulatory hurdles including ACCC approvals and a thorough independent expert report, awaits a shareholder vote scheduled for January 27.The blockbuster deal is set to significantly reshape the Australian market landscape. Sigma Healthcare's market capitalization will receive a substantial boost after the merger, leading to a reduction in passive investors' exposure to other prominent blue-chip companies like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), BHP Group, and CSL. This shift in investment patterns will likely have a ripple effect throughout the broader market.Furthermore, the merger comes amidst a recent decline in the number of ASX-listed funds and companies, which has reached a near two-decade low following billions of dollars withdrawn in 2024. However, there is optimism that 2025 could mark a turnaround for the Australian stock market.
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