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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2024-11-12

Cardinal Health Announces Acquisitions and Financing

Cardinal Health, Inc. announced on November 11, 2024, its intention to acquire a majority stake in GI Alliance for approximately $2.8 billion and Advanced Diabetes Supply Group for approximately $1.1 billion, aiming to accelerate its multi-specialty and at-Home Solutions growth strategies. The company also secured a $2.9 billion bridge loan facility with Bank of America, N.A. for funding these acquisitions. These transactions are expected to be accretive to Cardinal Health's revenue and profit growth starting in the first 12 months following the close, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.

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Cardinal Health Inc. CAH · NYSE
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0001193125-24-255062
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0000721371
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High impactHealthcare

Items reported

Item 1.01

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement

New Major Contract M&A Agreement
Item 7.01

Regulation FD Disclosure

Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits

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About Cardinal Health Inc.

Cardinal Health Inc. is a major global healthcare services and products company, distinguished for providing end-to-end medical solutions. Specializing in healthcare distribution and supply chain management, Cardinal Health serves a comprehensive array of clients including hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers. Notably, the company distributes pharmaceuticals, medical products, and laboratory supplies, ensuring efficient delivery to improve healthcare outcomes. Based in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health plays a pivotal role in enhancing healthcare operational efficiency, offering extensive services like inventory management, logistics optimization, and integrated healthcare solutions that empower providers to focus on patient care. As one of the largest pharmaceutical distributors in the United States, it holds substantial influence in the healthcare sector, pivotal in ensuring the availability of drugs and medical supplies across various platforms, contributing significantly to the healthcare infrastructure worldwide.

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