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Roche enters into a definitive merger agreement to acquire 89bio, and its phase 3 FGF21 analog for the therapy of moderate to severe MASH
89bio’s pegozafermin allows for a potentially best-in-disease treatment for moderate to severe Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH), one of the most prevalent comorbidities of obesityAcquisition supports Roche’s strategy as it enhances the company’s portfolio in cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases (CVRM) and offers optionality for future combination developmentRoche to acquire 89bio for US$14.50 per share in cash at closing, representing a total equity value of appro
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