Fierce competition builds up to buy Co-op chemists
ALLIANCE Boots, financier Guy Hands and Holland & Barrett owner Carlyle Group are among bidders who have joined the auction for Co-op chemists.
The 750-strong chain is expected to fetch around £600million, while a planned sale of the group’s 15 farms stands to raise about £140million.
The Co-op declined to comment but has previously said interest in both businesses was strong and the sales were progressing.
