12:58 AM EDT, 07/16/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Bridgepoint Group (BPT.L) will take a majority interest in GBA Group in a transaction valuing the German bio-analytical laboratory services company at over 1 billion euros, Reuters reported Wednesday, citing a person familiar with the matter. The seller, French private equity firm Ardian, acquired a majority stake in GBA Group in February 2021, according to its website. GBA offers food, environment, and pharmaceutical testing services across ⁠Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. Bridgepoint, GBA and Ardian did not immediately respond to requests for comment from MT Newswires. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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