Vol. II · No. 127  ·  Thu, May 7, 2026LIVE ·  9 deals tracked  ·  Updated 34 min ago

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Knox Lane to acquire Cross Country Healthcare for $437 million

Knox Lane agreed to acquire Cross Country Healthcare in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $437 million.

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Buyer

Knox Lane

Target
Cross Country Healthcare
Deal type
Platform
Sector
Healthcare

Knox Lane agreed to acquire Cross Country Healthcare in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $437 million. Cross Country Healthcare provides technology-driven workforce solutions and advisory services for healthcare customers, including staffing, recruiting and managed service offerings.

Under the agreement, Cross Country shareholders would receive $13.25 per share in cash, and the company is expected to become privately held after closing. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to shareholder approval and customary regulatory approvals.