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Big pharma eyes Australian biotech as $300b patent cliff looms
TechNovartis's acquisition of Myricx
Novartis's $2 billion deal for Myricx is a significant event for Australian biotech, indicating a turning point for the sector.
Myricx, a London-based cancer therapy company, was seeded with Australian capital, with early-stage investors receiving over $300 million from the deal.
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Key Takeaways
- Novartis paid more than $2 billion for Myricx
- The biotech sector is notoriously risky
- Novartis acquired Myricx for over $2 billion
- The deal is a wake-up call for Australian venture capital and superannuation funds
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- Left: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
- Center: A $2 billion biotech deal has one investor salivating at the prospect of more lucrative M&A deals in the sector as global pharma firms set sights on Australia.
- Right: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
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Expected Outcomes
- Increased investment in Australian biotech, potential for more deals
Why It Matters
The deal may lead to increased investment and growth in the Australian biotech sector
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