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The sharp drop in Waters' share price indicates market skepticism about the acquisition's initial impact, similar to previous examples where mergers negatively impacted stock performance before potential long-term benefits materialized.
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Waters agrees to acquire Becton Dickinson's Biosciences business for $17.5 billion. The acquisition aims to double Waters' market reach and recurring revenue. Waters shares fell 12% post-announcement, while Becton Dickinson shares dropped 2%. Waters shareholders will control 60.8% of the new combined entity. The transaction is expected to complete in Q1 next year.
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