Coles in talks with TPG over potential Greencross acquisition valued at about A$4 billion
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Coles confirmed talks with TPG to potentially acquire Greencross at an implied ~A$4bn valuation, raising near-term execution, leverage and regulatory-risk considerations after Coles shares fell ~5%. Separately, the ACCC blocked Coles' planned Kalgoorlie supermarket/liquor entry, citing likely harm to competition. The combination reinforces heightened antitrust scrutiny and may weigh on Australian retail M&A appetite, with limited broader macro spillover.
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Australia’s supermarket giant Coles confirmed it is in talks with private equity firm TPG Capital about a potential acquisition of pet care company Greencross, which is valued at about A$4 billion. Greencross owns 267 retail stores and more than 140 veterinary clinics, alongside a range of pet services assets. Coles shares fell about 5% after the disclosure. Separately, the ACCC blocked Coles’ plan for a new supermarket and liquor store in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, citing concerns it could substantially lessen competition in the local market.
