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BioCryst Completes Acquisition of Astria Therapeutics, Expanding Leadership in Hereditary Angioedema
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Jan. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: BCRX) today announced that it has completed its
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[{"type":"text","content":"RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Jan. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: BCRX) today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Astria Therapeutics, Inc., initially announced on October 14, 2025. The transaction strengthens its position as a leader in hereditary angioedema (HAE) and enhances the company’s long-term growth trajectory. BioCryst adds navenibart, a late-stage, long-acting plasma kallikrein inhibitor currently in Phase 3 clinical development, to its HAE portfolio. The potential to be the first HAE therapy with every-three and every-six month dosing, combined with a high level of attack control, positions navenibart to significantly improve the treatment experience for HAE patients. With the addition of navenibart, BioCryst could offer both the leading oral therapy (ORLADEYO®) and a potentially best-in-class injectable prophylactic option – empowering physicians and patients with optimal choices for individualized care. BioCryst expects its commercial infrastructure, patient support platform, and deep HAE expertise will maximize the launch trajectory and peak revenue potential of navenibart with minimal incremental commercial investment. BioCryst also obtains Astria’s early-stage program for atopic dermatitis, STAR0310, for which the company plans to pursue strategic alternatives. Transaction DetailsThe acquisition was completed for an implied transaction value of approximately $700 million, net of Astria’s cash at closing. BioCryst financed the cash portion of the acquisition with cash on hand and approximately $396.6 million (net of expenses) drawn from a financing facility with funds managed by Blackstone. In addition, at the closing of the transaction, BioCryst issued approximately 37.3 million shares of its common stock to Astria’s equity holders. Leadership AppointmentsJill C. Milne, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Astria Therapeutics, has joined the BioCryst Board of Directors, further strengthening the company’s strategic leadership and rare disease expertise. In addition, John Ruesch, Senior Vice President, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technical Operations at Astria, has joined BioCryst as Chief Technical Operations Officer, bringing deep CMC and product development expertise to support the advancement and commercialization of navenibart and other pipelin...