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NASDAQ:HOLX 21 October 2025 - 9 April 2026

Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

Hologic goes private: Blackstone, TPG close buyout and name José Almeida CEO

Blackstone and TPG closed their $17.3 billion acquisition of Hologic on April 7, with José Almeida replacing Steve MacMillan as CEO. Hologic shares were suspended before trading that day and will be removed from the S&P 500 before Thursday’s open. Former shareholders will receive $76 per share in cash plus a contingent value right worth up to $3 more if revenue targets are met.
9 April 2026
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Hologic Buyout Nears Close After Final Approvals in Blackstone-TPG Deal; CEO Steve MacMillan to Retire

Hologic Buyout Nears Close After Final Approvals in Blackstone-TPG Deal; CEO Steve MacMillan to Retire

Hologic said it has secured all regulatory approvals for its $18.3 billion sale to Blackstone and TPG, with closing expected on or about April 7. CEO Steve MacMillan will retire at closing. Nasdaq will halt trading in Hologic shares after Monday’s session and suspend them effective April 8. S&P Dow Jones Indices will remove Hologic from the S&P 500 before the open on April 9.
7 April 2026
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Hologic CEO Steve MacMillan to Retire as Blackstone, TPG Near $18.3 Billion Buyout Close

Hologic CEO Steve MacMillan to Retire as Blackstone, TPG Near $18.3 Billion Buyout Close

Hologic said CEO Steve MacMillan will retire when its $18.3 billion sale to Blackstone and TPG closes, expected April 7 after all regulatory approvals. Nasdaq plans to halt Hologic shares after trading April 6 and suspend them April 8. Shareholders get $76 per share in cash plus a contingent value right tied to Breast Health revenue targets. The next CEO will be named after the deal closes.
7 April 2026
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Hologic stock (HOLX) after-hours on Dec. 24, 2025: CVR milestone risk, Blackstone–TPG deal spread, and what to watch before the next market open

Hologic stock (HOLX) after-hours on Dec. 24, 2025: CVR milestone risk, Blackstone–TPG deal spread, and what to watch before the next market open

Hologic closed at $74.50 in a shortened Christmas Eve session, with after-hours trading lifting the stock to $74.80 by 7:00 p.m. ET. The company warned that meeting the 2026 CVR milestone is now more difficult after halting shipments of its Brevera biopsy needles. The stock remains below the $76 cash value in its pending buyout by Blackstone and TPG.
24 December 2025
Blackstone (BX) Shines With Big Q3 Beat & $18B Hologic Deal – But Why Are Shares Falling?

Blackstone (BX) Shines With Big Q3 Beat & $18B Hologic Deal – But Why Are Shares Falling?

Blackstone reported Q3 distributable EPS of $1.52, up 48% year-over-year and above estimates, but GAAP EPS fell to $0.80 as revenue dropped 15.7% to $3.09 billion. Shares traded near $160 on Oct. 23, down about 1% intraday and 6% below 2025 highs. Blackstone and TPG agreed to buy Hologic for $18.3 billion, offering a 46% premium. The firm also launched a $5 billion GCC logistics platform with Lunate.
23 October 2025
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Blackstone & TPG in $18B Hologic Takeover Shock – Women’s Health Stock Skyrockets

Blackstone & TPG in $18B Hologic Takeover Shock – Women’s Health Stock Skyrockets

Blackstone and TPG will acquire Hologic for $76 per share in cash plus a contingent value right worth up to $3, valuing the deal at $18.3 billion including debt. Hologic’s board approved the offer, which represents a 46% premium to its pre-deal price. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Singapore’s GIC will co-invest. Hologic shares rose about 7% on the news; the deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
21 October 2025
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  • Avantis International Equity ETF (AVDE) Sees $188M Inflows, Shell, HSBC, Novartis Impacted
    April 29, 2026, 11:45 AM EDT. The Avantis International Equity ETF (AVDE) experienced a significant $188.1 million inflow, marking a 2.2% rise in outstanding units week over week. Key underlying holdings include Shell plc (SHEL), which dipped 0.9%, HSBC Holdings plc (HSBC) up 0.7%, and Novartis (NVS) gaining 0.2%. AVDE's share price stands near its 52-week high at $76.43, close to the peak of $76.79, with a 52-week low at $58.56. The ETF creation process, involving issuance of new units, drives the purchase of underlying assets, affecting component stocks. Monitoring changes in ETF units offers insight into market demand and potential stock movements within funds.

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Applied Materials (AMAT) Faces Fresh China Shock After U.S. Targets Hua Hong Shipments

Applied Materials (AMAT) Faces Fresh China Shock After U.S. Targets Hua Hong Shipments

29 April 2026
The U.S. Commerce Department ordered Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA to halt some chip-tool shipments to China’s Hua Hong, Reuters reported. The move targets shipments linked to facilities believed capable of advanced chip production. Applied reported $2.10 billion in China revenue last quarter, or 30% of its total. Shares in Applied, Lam, and KLA traded lower after the news.
Cognizant Stock Drops As Weak Revenue Outlook Overshadows $600 Million AI Deal

Cognizant Stock Drops As Weak Revenue Outlook Overshadows $600 Million AI Deal

29 April 2026
Cognizant forecast second-quarter revenue below analyst estimates and announced Project Leap, a cost-cutting program focused on workforce reductions. Shares fell $1.67 to $53.45. The company reported first-quarter revenue of $5.41 billion, up 5.8%, and agreed to acquire AI infrastructure firm Astreya for about $600 million.
ON Semiconductor Stock Jumps as Geely and NIO Deals Put 900V EV Chips in Focus

ON Semiconductor Stock Jumps as Geely and NIO Deals Put 900V EV Chips in Focus

29 April 2026
ON Semiconductor shares jumped 8% Wednesday after announcing expanded silicon carbide chip deals with Geely Auto Group and NIO Inc., both focused on 900-volt electric vehicle platforms. The company’s market value reached about $41.2 billion ahead of first-quarter results due May 4. Investors are watching whether new auto-chip wins can offset uneven demand.
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