Blackstone, Warburg Said to Vie for CVC-Backed Sebia Stake (1)

Blackstone, Warburg Pincus and Nordic Capital are among private equity bidders looking to invest in French diagnostics provider Sebia, which could be valued at around €5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

A potential sale of the company could involve all or part of the business depending on whether existing shareholders exit or retain a stake, the people said, asking not to be identified because the talks are private. Hellman & Friedman and TPG are also considering a bid, they added.

Canada’s Caisse de Dépôts et Placement du Quebec is looking to sell the 40% stake ...