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Jazz Pharma To Buy Chimerix For $935 Million, Strengthening Rare Cancer Pipeline

1. Jazz Pharmaceuticals to acquire Chimerix for $8.55 per share in cash. 2. Transaction expected to close in Q2 2025, valued at $935 million. 3. Chimerix's lead asset dordaviprone targets rare brain tumors in children. 4. FDA accepted New Drug Application for dordaviprone, Priority Review granted. 5. CMRX's stock surged 69.7% following acquisition news.

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Why Very Bullish?

The acquisition reflects strong validation of CMRX’s pipeline, similar to past successful buyouts in biotech. The price surge indicates market positive sentiment toward this deal.

How important is it?

The acquisition details and drug approval process are pivotal for CMRX's future and valuation.

Why Long Term?

Long-term prospects hinge on dordaviprone approval and market integration post-acquisition, impacting valuation significantly.

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