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Merck KGAA to buy Serono for CHF16.6bn
Sep 2006
Executive Summary
Merck KGAA has agreed to acquire Geneva-based biotech Serono SA in a deal valued at CHF16.6bn ($12.9bn). Merck will initially buy out majority shareholders the Bertarelli family, which accounts for a 64.5% stake in Serono; the company plans to continue with a public tender offer in 2007 to acquire the remaining shares.
Deal Industry
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceuticals
Deal Status
- Final
Deal Type
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Acquisition
- Payment Includes Cash
- Full Acquisition
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