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business6 months ago

Merck Acquires Verona Pharma for $10 Billion in Diversification Effort

Merck is acquiring Verona Pharma for $10 billion to expand its portfolio with the lung-disease drug Ohtuvayre, aiming to diversify as its top-selling drug Keytruda faces patent expiration. The deal, Merck's largest since 2021, reflects its strategy to offset revenue decline from Keytruda and capitalize on promising COPD treatments, with analysts optimistic about Ohtuvayre's potential to become a multibillion-dollar therapy.

sports6 months ago

Buss family agrees to sell majority stake of Los Angeles Lakers in reported record $10B deal

The Buss family has agreed to sell a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter in a record-breaking $10 billion deal, making it the most lucrative sports team sale ever. Walter, who already owns a minority stake, is expanding his involvement in the franchise, which has a rich history of NBA success, including recent championships and notable player trades. Buss will remain involved with the team post-sale.