Biocon Biologics To Acquire Viatris' Biosimilars Assets For Up To Usd 3.335 Billion In Stock And Cash
Feb 28, 2022•almost 4 years ago
Acquiring Company
Biocon Biologics
Acquired Company
Biosimilars Assets
Description
Biocon Biologics Ltd., a subsidiary of Biocon Ltd. (BSE code: 532523) (NSE: BIOCON), has entered into a definitive agreement with its partner Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS). Accordingly, Biocon Biologics Ltd. (BBL) will acquire Viatris' biosimilars business to create a unique fully integrated global biosimilars enterprise. The revenues of this acquired business are estimated to be USD 1 billion next year. Viatris will receive consideration of up to USD 3.335 billion in cash and stock.
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