Siemens Healthineers in talks with private equity firms to sell diagnostics unit for over $6 billion

Siemens Healthineers is reportedly in early talks with private equity firms Blackstone, CVC Capital Partners, and KKR to sell its diagnostics business, valued at over 6 billion euros. The company is also considering retaining the unit. Siemens Healthineers has been reviewing the future of the business for over two years, which includes in-vitro diagnostics testing for diseases and infections. The sale talks have led to a 3.6% increase in the company's stock price.

Siemens Healthineers AG, a leading provider of medical technology, is reportedly in early discussions with several prominent private equity firms about a potential sale of its diagnostics segment. The German company is exploring various options, including retaining the unit, as it reviews the future of the business. The diagnostics segment includes in-vitro diagnostics testing for diseases and infections Siemens Healthineers Said in Early Talks on Diagnostics ...^[1].

The private equity firms involved in the talks include Blackstone Inc., CVC Capital Partners Plc, and KKR & Co. Montagu has also expressed interest in the past. The diagnostics unit is valued at over €6 billion ($7 billion) Siemens Healthineers Said in Early Talks on Diagnostics ...^[1]. The talks are part of Siemens Healthineers' broader effort to streamline its operations and potentially improve its financial performance.

The news has had a positive impact on Siemens Healthineers' stock price, with a 3.6% increase following the announcement of the discussions Siemens Healthineers Said in Early Talks on Diagnostics Sale (1)^[2]. The company has been reviewing the diagnostics business for over two years, indicating a strategic focus on optimizing its portfolio.

The diagnostics market in North America is experiencing substantial growth, driven by factors such as the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, technological advancements, and government initiatives. The market is projected to reach USD 120 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2026 to 2033 North America In-vitro Diagnostics Market: By Application^[3]. This growth could make the diagnostics segment an attractive asset for potential buyers.

Siemens Healthineers' decision on the diagnostics segment will likely depend on various factors, including the valuation offered by potential buyers, the strategic fit with the company's overall portfolio, and the potential financial benefits. The company's strategic review process underscores its commitment to optimizing its operations and maximizing shareholder value.

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Siemens Healthineers Said in Early Talks on Diagnostics ...^[1] Siemens Healthineers is said in early talks on diagnostics sale. (Bloomberg Law)
Siemens Healthineers Said in Early Talks on Diagnostics Sale (1)^[2] Siemens Healthineers is said in early talks on diagnostics sale. (Bloomberg Law)
North America In-vitro Diagnostics Market: By Application^[3] North America In-vitro Diagnostics Market. (Marketsizeandtrends.com)