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BASF Completes Cognis Purchase

Cognis expected to boost performance products' performance.

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By: TOM BRANNA

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BASF has completed its acquisition of Cognis Holding GmbH from Cognis Holding Luxembourg S.à r.l. controlled by Permira Funds, GS Capital Partners and SV Life Sciences. The equity purchase price was €700 million. Including net financial debt and pension obligations, the enterprise value of the transaction is €3.1 billion. “Cognis’ and BASF’s know-how and range of products complement each other very well. The combination will broaden our portfolio of specialty chemicals and boost innovatio...

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