Ligand Expands Royalty Portfolio with Ryjunea EMEA Agreement
Adds a new, steadier royalty stream with defined milestones; upfront cash outlay but potential long-term revenue tail; limited immediate risk beyond partner/market execution.
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Adds a new, steadier royalty stream with defined milestones; upfront cash outlay but potential long-term revenue tail; limited immediate risk beyond partner/market execution.
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Ligand announced a $23 million upfront acquisition of a 100% interest in Ryjunea royalties from Sydnexis, expanding its royalty portfolio with a tiered low-double-digit to high-teens stream on Europe, the Middle East and Africa net sales. Ryjunea is the first pharmacologic pediatric myopia treatment approved in EU/UK, supporting mid-to-long-term royalty potential, while Sydnexis retains U.S. rights. The deal adds a cash-flow growth vector, subject to Ryjunea uptake and regulatory dynamics.
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