KKR's Move for Walgreens, Apollo's Privatization of Credit Markets: Private Markets Wrap

The video discusses the potential buyout of Walgreens Boots Alliance by a private equity firm, highlighting the financial implications and feasibility of the deal. It explores the challenges faced by Walgreens in the public market and the competitive landscape. The video also examines the state of the leveraged lending market, with insights from Dan Zwirn on the risks and opportunities. Finally, it covers Apollo Global's strategy to double its assets under management, focusing on credit markets and recent significant deals.

What is the estimated total value of the leveraged buyout for Walgreens Boots Alliance?

• $80 billion

• $60 billion

• $100 billion

• $40 billion

Why is Walgreens Boots Alliance considering going private?

• To expand into new markets

• To increase stock prices

• To compete with technology companies

• To reduce operational costs

What is a major concern in the leveraged lending market according to Dan Zwirn?

• Lack of investment opportunities

• High interest rates

• Rising leverage and deteriorating credit quality

• Decreasing purchase price multiples

What is Apollo Global's plan for its assets under management in the next five years?

• To reduce by half

• To double to $600 billion

• To triple to $900 billion

• To maintain current levels

How has Apollo Global's credit arm performed in recent years?

• It has performed very well

• It has struggled to grow

• It has remained stagnant

• It has faced significant losses