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Walgreens Boots Alliance ( (WBA) ) has issued an update.
On August 28, 2025, Sycamore Partners completed its acquisition of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA), with Stefano Pessina and his family reinvesting their interests, indicating confidence in the company’s future. Following the acquisition, WBA’s common stock ceased trading on Nasdaq, and the company will operate its subsidiaries as standalone entities. Shareholders received $11.45 per share in cash and a right to additional proceeds from future monetization of WBA’s interests in VillageMD. The merger also involved significant changes in the company’s leadership and governance structure, with new directors and executives appointed.
The most recent analyst rating on (WBA) stock is a Hold with a $12.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Walgreens Boots Alliance stock, see the WBA Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on WBA Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, WBA is a Neutral.
Walgreens Boots Alliance’s overall score is influenced by its challenging financial performance and valuation concerns, though partially offset by positive technical indicators and the strategic potential of the Sycamore acquisition. The merger is the most significant factor, offering a potential pathway to improved operational efficiency and market positioning.
To see Spark’s full report on WBA stock, click here.
More about Walgreens Boots Alliance
Walgreens Boots Alliance is a global leader in retail and wholesale pharmacy, operating in the health and wellness industry. The company provides a wide range of services including pharmacy-led health and wellbeing retail offerings, and is known for its presence in communities worldwide through its various subsidiaries like Walgreens, The Boots Group, Shields Health Solutions, CareCentrix, and VillageMD.
Average Trading Volume: 16,938,433
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: $10.32B
For an in-depth examination of WBA stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.