Merck to Merge with Schering-Plough in a US$41.1 B deal
By Taskin Ahmed
Pharma Deals Review: Vol 2009 Issue 3 (Table of Contents)
Published: 9 Mar-2009
DOI: 10.3833/pdr.v2009.i3.1072 ISSN: 1756-7874
Section: Mergers & Acquisitions
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Abstract
Merck & Co and Schering-Plough have announced that they are to merge in a deal worth US$41.1 B. It’s a deal that has been long speculated because of their existing marketing relationships over Zetia® and Vytorin® and the opportunity of potential cost savings. The combined company will generate sales of US$47 B. The deal will diversify Merck’s portfolio of drugs and double its late stage pipeline to 18 developments. Merck’s CEO, Richard Clark, will head the merged company with Merck shareholders owning a 68% stake. Schering-Plough generates 70% of its revenue outside of the US which will accelerate Merck’s international growth.
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