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Abbott buys Vysis for $355mm

Executive Summary

In a deal that will greatly strengthen its molecular diagnostics product line, Abbott Laboratories acquired BP's genomics testing products unit Vysis Inc. for $30.50 per share, or about $355 million. Based on Vysis's average trading price, Abbott is paying a 39% premium for the shares.
Deal Industry
  • In Vitro Diagnostics
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • In Vitro Diagnostics
    • Molecular Diagnostics & Genetic Testing
    • Urine-based Testing
  • Biotechnology
    • Pharmacogenetics-Pharmacogenomics
    • Drug Discovery Tools
      • Genomics-Proteomics
Deal Status
  • Final
Deal Type
  • Acquisition
    • Full Acquisition
    • Includes Contract
    • Payment Includes Stock

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