Economic Observation Network Johnson&Johnson (JNJ) is planning to dispose of its DePuy Synthes business, and Apollo Global Management is in talks to acquire the asset with a valuation of nearly $20 billion. The relevant agreement may be reached within a few weeks.

Business disposal progress:
Apollo Global Management is in talks to acquire DePuy Synthes, with a potential valuation of nearly $20 billion, and an agreement could be reached within weeks If the deal is successful, Johnson&Johnson will receive a large amount of cash and fully focus on high growth businesses; It is also possible to take the path of tax-free separation. This is the biggest catalyst/variable recently.

Recent stock trends:
The short-term stock price has rebounded since early August (closing at $270 on August 26th) The market has almost digested the downward revision of EPS guidance. The final form of orthopedic transactions (sale vs. spin off) may be a key milestone in driving valuation restructuring.

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