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Walgreens Goes Private: New CEO Faces Job Cuts Risks

8/28/2025

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Walgreens Boots Alliance is now a private company following Sycamore Partners' $10 billion acquisition.
Mike Motz has been appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Tim Wentworth.
The acquisition has raised concerns about potential layoffs and store closures due to $23.7 billion in debt.
Critics, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren, warn of negative impacts on employees and communities dependent on Walgreens' pharmacy services.

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Story summary

Walgreens Boots Alliance is now a private company following Sycamore Partners' $10 billion acquisition.
Mike Motz has been appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Tim Wentworth.
The acquisition has raised concerns about potential layoffs and store closures due to $23.7 billion in debt.
Critics, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren, warn of negative impacts on employees and communities dependent on Walgreens' pharmacy services.