Informed sources indicate that Nikkon Holdings (stock code: 9072.T) is conducting a comprehensive evaluation of a plan to delist through privatization. The company is preparing to formally initiate the first round of the bidding process in early June of this year.

It is reported that several leading international private equity firms, including Bain Capital, Warburg Pincus, and Blackstone Group LP, are expected to participate in the acquisition. According to a preliminary timeline, following the completion of the initial selection round, Nikkon Holdings plans to advance to a second round of bidding in August this year. To facilitate and standardize the privatization process, the company has engaged a team of professional financial advisors and has established a special committee comprising external independent directors. This committee is responsible for reviewing the compliance and feasibility of the overall transaction plan.