JPMorgan Chase (JPM) is expected to lead approximately $5 billion in debt financing to back 3G Capital's $9.4 billion proposed acquisition of footwear maker Skechers (SKX), Bloomberg reported Monday, citing people close to the matter.
The debt sale is expected to commence after May 26, according to a people familiar with the matter.
Skechers said earlier Monday it accepted the private equity firm's $63.00 apiece cash offer. The deal is expected to close in Q3, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
JPMorgan Chase and 3G Capital didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from MT Newswires.
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