Investors skeptical of Takeda’s interest in Shire — 4 insights

On the news Takeda was considering a bid for Shire, investors expressed their skepticism with their purchasing power, causing the company’s stock to tumble 7 percent March 28, Reuters reports.

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Here’s what you should know.

1. If Takeda acquires Shire, it would be the largest acquisition in Takeda’s history.

2. However, investors believe the acquisition would not provide enough of a boost to Takeda’s portfolio or pipeline.

3. Mizuho Securities analyst Hiroshi Tanaka said on the deal, “The impression left by the news is that the acquisition would be an overreach.”

4. Takeda acknowledged the rumors saying the company was merely considering the acquisition and had not yet submitted a bid.

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