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Pharmaceuticals
Acquisitions16 Jun 2026, 04:40 pm

Zydus Lifesciences Completes Assertio Holdings Acquisition

AI Summary

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd. has successfully completed the acquisition of Assertio Holdings, Inc. through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Zara Merger Sub Inc. The cash tender offer, priced at $23.50 per share, saw 66.32% of Assertio's shares tendered. Following the merger, Assertio will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus, and its shares will be delisted from the Nasdaq Global Market. This strategic move aims to expand Zydus's global healthcare offerings.

Key Highlights

  • Zydus Lifesciences acquired Assertio Holdings for $23.50 per share.
  • 66.32% of Assertio's shares were tendered in the cash offer.
  • Assertio will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus.
  • Assertio's shares will be delisted from Nasdaq.
  • The acquisition is expected to enhance Zydus's global market presence.