Avidity Biosciences was acquired by Novartis for $12 billion. Avidity shares saw a 46.5% premium rise post-announcement. Dyne Therapeutics, a competitor, spiked 41.18% due to Avidity's acquisition. Analysts view Avidity's buyout as validation for RNA therapeutics. Dyne has upcoming data supporting its DMD treatment, boosting investor confidence.
Novartis is acquiring Avidity Biosciences for $12 billion in cash. The deal represents a 46.5% premium over Avidity's last closing price. This acquisition expands Novartis's portfolio in RNA-based therapies. Avidity's stock jumped over 40% due to the acquisition announcement. Dyne Therapeutics also rose significantly, benefiting from this acquisition.
Novartis to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $12 billion, enhancing neuroscience. Acquisition priced at over $70 per share, closing expected by mid-2026. Avidity to spin off early-stage cardiology programs into new entity SpinCo.
Goldman Sachs initiated coverage with a Buy rating for Avidity Biosciences. Del-desiran is in Phase 3 trials for myotonic dystrophy, potential first-to-market. Del-brax shows significant revenue potential with estimated peak sales of $2.7 billion. Del-zota demonstrated a 25% increase in dystrophin production in Phase 1/2 trials. Analyst predicts a 75% success chance for Del-desiran in ongoing trials.