UAE’s PureHealth Acquires UK’s Largest Private Healthcare Group

General view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 3, 2019. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
General view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 3, 2019. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
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UAE’s PureHealth Acquires UK’s Largest Private Healthcare Group

General view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 3, 2019. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
General view of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 3, 2019. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

PureHealth, the largest healthcare platform in the Middle East, has announced the successful completion of its strategic acquisition of Circle Health Group, the UK’s largest independent operators of hospitals, marking a significant milestone in the company's global expansion strategy, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Sunday.

The completion of this deal, which has achieved regulatory approvals in record time, signifies PureHealth’s exceptional operational capabilities and commitment to international growth.

The completion of this transaction further strengthens PureHealth’s commitment to becoming a leading global player in healthcare. With a vision aligned with the UAE leadership to promote wellbeing and enhance healthcare services, PureHealth is dedicated to continuously improving patient experience and adopting the most advanced clinical practices. The company’s expansion into the UK healthcare market reflects its focus on advancing the science of longevity and unlocking time for humanity, WAM said.

“We are pleased to complete the acquisition of Circle in record time,” said Chairman of the Board of Directors of PureHealth Hamad Al Hammadi.

“This remarkable achievement epitomizes PureHealth's operational excellence and strategic adaptability in broadening its international impact. After investing in Ardent Health USA, this is PureHealth’s second international acquisition and we look forward to building our portfolio internationally.”

“Completing the acquisition of Circle is a strategic leap forward for PureHealth,” said Farhan Malik, Managing Director of PureHealth.

He described the acquisition as “a significant stride towards establishing PureHealth as a global healthcare platform.”

“We are not just investing in the future of healthcare; we are shaping it to be more connected, innovative, and accessible on a global scale. This move aligns with our vision of pioneering a healthier future for all and underscores our commitment to elevating the global position of Abu Dhabi in the healthcare sector and revolutionizing healthcare services globally. We look forward to fostering long-term partnerships within the UK’s healthcare ecosystem,” Malik added.

Valued at around $1.2 billion before debt, this acquisition marks a significant investment in the future of healthcare, positioning PureHealth at the forefront of international healthcare innovation and service provision, WAM said.



Oil Steady but on Track for Weekly Drop on Firmer Supply Outlook

FILE PHOTO: A ship is moored near storage tanks at an oil refinery off the coast of Singapore October 17, 2008. REUTERS/Vivek Prakash/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A ship is moored near storage tanks at an oil refinery off the coast of Singapore October 17, 2008. REUTERS/Vivek Prakash/File Photo
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Oil Steady but on Track for Weekly Drop on Firmer Supply Outlook

FILE PHOTO: A ship is moored near storage tanks at an oil refinery off the coast of Singapore October 17, 2008. REUTERS/Vivek Prakash/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A ship is moored near storage tanks at an oil refinery off the coast of Singapore October 17, 2008. REUTERS/Vivek Prakash/File Photo

Oil prices held steady on Friday but remained on track for a weekly fall as investors weighed expectations for increased output from Libya and the broader OPEC+ group against fresh stimulus from top importer China.

Brent crude futures were up 8 cents, or 0.1%, at $71.68 per barrel as of 1130 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 11 cents, or 0.2%, to $67.78.

On a weekly basis, Brent was down almost 4%, while WTI was on track to lose nearly 6%, Reuters reported.

China's central bank on Friday lowered interest rates and injected liquidity into the banking system, aiming to pull economic growth back towards this year's target of roughly 5%.

More fiscal measures are expected to be announced before Chinese holidays starting on Oct. 1 after a meeting of the Communist Party's top leaders showed an increased sense of urgency about mounting economic headwinds.

Meanwhile, rival factions staking claims for control of the Central Bank of Libya signed an agreement to end their dispute on Thursday. The dispute had seen crude exports fall to 400,000 barrels per day (bpd) this month from more than 1 million last month.