Roche Agrees To Purchase Part Of COVID-19 Test Player LumiraDx Diagnostics Platform For $295M
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Roche Holdings AG (OTC: RHHBY) has signed a definitive agreement to purchase parts of LumiraDx's point-of-care technology for $295 million, with an additional payment of up to $55 million. LumiraDx Limited (NASDAQ: LMDX) has appointed joint administrators for two subsidiaries, which hold most of the group's assets. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close by mid-2024. Proceeds will repay loan agreement debts, with no distribution to shareholders. LMDX shares dropped 22.30% in premarket trading.
January 02, 2024 | 12:49 pm
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LumiraDx Limited (LMDX) is selling part of its diagnostics platform to Roche for $295M, with additional payments possible. The company's shares have fallen 22.30% in premarket trading.
The sale of a significant part of LumiraDx's business to Roche and the appointment of administrators indicate financial distress. The sharp drop in premarket trading reflects investor concerns about the company's future and the lack of distribution to shareholders.
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Roche Holdings AG (RHHBY) is acquiring parts of LumiraDx's diagnostics platform for $295 million, with the potential for additional payments. The deal is expected to close by mid-2024.
Roche's acquisition of LumiraDx's technology is likely to be seen as a positive expansion of its diagnostics capabilities. The deal could enhance Roche's competitive position in the point-of-care diagnostics market, potentially leading to a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
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