Eli Lilly invests $1.3 billion in Verve Therapeutics to develop one-time cardiovascular gene therapy
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Verve Therapeutics' stock nearly doubled after Eli Lilly announced a $1.3 billion takeover, boosting gene-editing stocks. Lilly's acquisition includes a $10.50 per share offer plus a contingent value right, reflecting confidence in Verve's gene-editing treatments for cardiovascular diseases, despite some safety concerns in earlier trials. The deal is seen as a win for Verve shareholders and highlights Lilly's strategic interest in gene therapy for heart conditions.
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