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Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. became a privately owned company after Sycamore Partners completed its acquisition of WBA in August 2025. News about the former public issuer centers on the transition of Walgreens and related businesses under private ownership, including Walgreens, The Boots Group, Shields Health Solutions, CareCentrix and VillageMD.
Recurring company updates also cover Walgreens' U.S. retail pharmacy and health-services operations, specialty pharmacy limited-distribution drug relationships, and capital actions tied to WBA and Walgreen Co. senior notes, including tender offers and consent solicitations.
Walgreens is offering cash rewards for vaccinations, including a $5 reward from August to December and a $10 reward in September for anyone receiving vaccines at its nearly 9,000 locations. This initiative aims to combat rising flu cases, observed as flu activity in the Southern Hemisphere points to possible increases in the U.S. during the 2022-2023 season. Vaccination appointments are encouraged, allowing for co-administration of various vaccines. Additionally, Walgreens continues its 'Get a Shot. Give a Shot.' program to provide immunizations to children globally.
This August, Huggies and Walgreens are partnering for the sixth consecutive year to address diaper need in the U.S. For every pack of Huggies Diapers purchased, one day's worth of diapers will be donated to the National Diaper Bank Network, with a goal of donating up to 1 million diapers. Diaper need affects one in three families in the U.S., impacting children's health and wellbeing. Since 2011, this collaboration has provided over 300 million diapers to families in need. The initiative emphasizes the importance of access to clean diapers for children's health.
Walgreens is partnering with CAMP to offer limited-edition Ultimate Beach Day Bundles to families nationwide, promoting sun safety and summer fun. Starting August 5, families can reserve these free bundles featuring Walgreens brand health products. On August 11, an event in Domino Park, Brooklyn, will include activities like a treasure hunt and beach yoga. One bundle hides a grand prize for a beach vacation. Walgreens emphasizes their commitment to health and wellness through this initiative, showcasing their range of pharmacist-recommended products.
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has announced a quarterly dividend of 48 cents per share, marking a 0.5% increase from the previous rate. This dividend is set to be paid on September 9, 2022, to stockholders of record as of August 19, 2022. The annual dividend rate has risen from $1.91 to $1.92 per share. WBA has consistently paid dividends for over 89 years and has increased them for 47 consecutive years, reflecting the company's longstanding commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) reported third-quarter fiscal 2022 results, with EPS from continuing operations down 73.8% to $0.33, compared to $1.27 last year. Adjusted EPS decreased 30.0% to $0.96. Sales fell 4.2% to $32.6 billion, reflecting a significant impact from AllianceRx Walgreens. Operating income showed a loss of $320 million, compared to a gain of $1.1 billion last year. Despite these challenges, retail comparable sales grew 2.4%, and Walgreens Health pro forma sales surged 65%. The company aims for $3.5 billion in annual cost savings by fiscal 2024.
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has decided to retain its Boots and No7 Beauty Company businesses after a strategic review initiated in January. Despite considerable interest from buyers, the ongoing instability in global financial markets hindered potential offers. WBA is focusing on the continued growth of Boots and No7, which have shown strong performance. CEO Rosalind Brewer noted the necessity of this decision amid challenging conditions, emphasizing the potential for future opportunities in the healthcare and beauty sectors.
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Walgreens is expanding its Health Corner services to over 2.27 million patients across California, New Jersey, and Ohio by summer's end. This initiative is part of a collaboration with Buckeye Health Plan to provide health services to Medicaid members in northeast Ohio. Walgreens Health Corners will enhance access to healthcare, offering services like health screenings, chronic condition management, and personalized care by Health Advisors. The number of locations will grow from 55 to about 100 by the end of 2022.
Walgreens will start administering Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to children aged 3 and older at select locations starting Saturday, June 25. This follows FDA Emergency Use Authorization and CDC guidance for vaccinating younger children. Parents are encouraged to schedule appointments via Walgreens.com or the Walgreens app. Walgreens pharmacists, experienced in pediatric immunizations, aim to provide comfort and education for families during the vaccination process. Notably, Walgreens has extensive experience in administering vaccines to millions of children and adolescents.
Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS are hosting the largest National HIV Testing Day event in over 250 cities on June 27, aiming to increase awareness and access to HIV testing. This initiative addresses a decline in testing during the COVID-19 pandemic, where about 13% of the 1.2 million people living with HIV in the U.S. are unaware of their status. The event will provide free, confidential testing at participating Walgreens locations, supported by local health departments and community organizations.