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EQT restarts Ginko sale at $1bn-plus valuation after Advent deal fell through

The private equity firm has restarted the sale of Chinese contact lens maker Ginko, targeting a valuation above $1bn after a previous agreement with Advent International fell through. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan are advising on the process.

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