Coles ends talks on a potential A$4 billion Greencross deal
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Coles ended talks to acquire Greencross for ~A$4bn, signalling continued capital discipline and lowering near-term execution and leverage risk. Coles shares rose over 4% on the announcement, which can modestly support Australian large-cap sentiment given its index weight. The decision also removes a potential catalyst for Greencross-related pet-care consolidation, leaving the sector's listed positioning largely unchanged in the short term.
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Australia’s supermarket group Coles has ended negotiations over a roughly A$4 billion acquisition of pet healthcare and retail company Greencross. The company told shareholders the discussions were over, saying it maintains a disciplined approach to mergers and acquisitions. Coles shares rose more than 4% to A$23.52 following the announcement.
