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business-and-pharmaceuticals1 year ago

Novo Nordisk Acquires Cardior for $1.1 Billion to Expand Cardiovascular Portfolio

Novo Nordisk is set to acquire German biotech Cardior Pharmaceuticals, a Phase 2 RNA startup, for up to $1.1 billion in a move to strengthen its presence in cardiovascular disease, following the recent label expansion of its obesity drug We­govy to include the reduction of cardiovascular events. This acquisition marks a strategic shift for Novo, which had previously focused on obesity-related acquisitions.

via Endpoints News|
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business-and-pharmaceuticals1 year ago

Gilead's $4.3 Billion Acquisition of CymaBay Sends Stock Soaring

Gilead has announced its acquisition of CymaBay Therapeutics for $4.3 billion, just ahead of the FDA's expected decision on CymaBay's rare liver disease drug candidate, selexipag. The deal, valued at $32.50 per share, represents a 27% premium to CymaBay's closing price on Friday. CymaBay's drug has shown promise in treating primary biliary cholangitis, a rare chronic disease that primarily affects women in the US, with the FDA's approval decision deadline set for August 14.

via Endpoints News|
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