Elanco completes divestiture of aqua business to Merck Animal Health for $1.3 billion
Acquiring Company
Merck Animal Health
Acquired Company
Elanco Animal Health
RahwayIndianapolisPharmaceutical ManufacturingManufacturingBiotechnologyAgriculture and FarmingHealth CareAnimal FeedPetVeterinaryPharmaceutical ManufacturingDescription
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has successfully completed the divestiture of its aqua business to Merck Animal Health for approximately $1.3 billion in cash. This transaction allows Elanco to concentrate its focus on high-value opportunities in pet health and livestock sustainability, demonstrating its commitment to creating value for its stakeholders and society as a whole.
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Who acquired Elanco Animal Health?
Elanco Animal Health was acquired by Merck Animal Health, based in Rahway. The deal was reported on July 9, 2024. Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside the United States and Canada, is the global animal health business of Merck. Merck Animal Health is privately held and operates in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.
When did Merck Animal Health acquire Elanco Animal Health?
Merck Animal Health's acquisition of Elanco Animal Health was reported on July 9, 2024. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has successfully completed the divestiture of its aqua business to Merck Animal Health for approximately $1.3 billion in cash. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Elanco Animal Health do?
It is publicly traded (ELAN), operating in Manufacturing, and is based in Indianapolis.
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