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Galderma to Buy ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion

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Story summary
  • Galderma Group is acquiring U.S. skincare brand ZO Skin Health for $1.5 billion.
  • The all-cash purchase will be funded with existing cash reserves and bank financing.
  • Closing is expected in Q4 2026 or early 2027, pending regulatory approval.
  • Sellers include Blackstone Tactical Opportunities and the family of founder dermatologist Zein Obagi.
  • Galderma projects a neutral impact on adjusted core EPS in the first full fiscal year.