International law firms White & Case and Shearman & Sterling are advising on a significant buyout of Japanese educational services provider, Benesse Holdings. The $1.78 billion deal is among the largest in Japan and will see the organisation returning to private hands. The privatisation and buyout are led by Swedish investment house EQT AB Group, in conjunction with a special purpose company and members of the founding Fukutake family.
Also involved in advising on the deal are prominent Japanese law firms Mori Hamada & Matsumoto and Anderson Mori & Tomotsune. Recognised for their deep understanding of Japanese law and corporate structure, these firms bring invaluable expertise to the negotiating table.
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Additional information can be found from Nikkei Asia, which provides context on the scale and significance of the deal within the Japanese market.