Sandra Leggero has a background in financial markets, having spent more than 9 years in commodities trading for several European and Asian companies. She holds a degree in Economics from the University of Pavia and specializes in emerging markets.
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Key Moments
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) advanced 1.3% to $268.96 in premarket trading on Monday.
Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO) has been in talks to acquire J&J’s orthopedics division in a potential deal valued at nearly $20 billion, according to a report.
The orthopedics business generated $9.3 billion in revenue in 2025 and has been the subject of thousands of hip replacement lawsuits.
Market Reaction
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) shares rose 1.3% to $268.96 in premarket trading on Monday after reports emerged that Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO) is in discussions to acquire the healthcare group’s orthopedics business.
Deal Structure and Timing
According to a report from Bloomberg News on Friday that cited people familiar with the matter, the contemplated transaction could assign a value of nearly $20 billion to Johnson & Johnson’s orthopedics unit. The same report indicated that the parties could reach a definitive agreement within several weeks.
Orthopedics Unit Profile
The orthopedics division generated $9.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Despite its scale, the business has been dealing with extensive legal challenges, including thousands of lawsuits tied to its hip replacement devices.
Key Financial and Transaction Metrics
Item
Detail
JNJ premarket share price
$268.96
JNJ premarket move
+1.3%
Potential orthopedics unit valuation
Nearly $20 billion
Orthopedics unit revenue (2025)
$9.3 billion
Potential buyer
Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO)
Estimated timing for possible agreement
Within several weeks (per report)
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