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#patent_cliff

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Latest Signals (2)

The Vault · 2026-03-25 11:57:03 · STAT News

1. Merck Acquires Terns Pharmaceuticals in $6.7 Billion Bet on Leukemia Drug TERN-701

Merck is making a massive $6.7 billion strategic move to secure its oncology future, announcing its intent to acquire Terns Pharmaceuticals. The deal, priced at $53 per share, represents a 6% premium and targets Terns' crown jewel: the promising leukemia treatment TERN-701. This acquisition is a direct response to the ...

The Vault · 2026-03-25 19:56:57 · Bloomberg Markets

2. Merck Bets $6.7 Billion on Terns Pharma to Counter Keytruda Patent Cliff in Blood Cancers

Merck is making a massive $6.7 billion strategic move to acquire Terns Pharmaceuticals, a deal driven by the looming patent expiration of its blockbuster cancer drug, Keytruda. This acquisition is not merely an expansion; it's a critical hedge, granting Merck immediate access to Terns' promising pipeline of treatments ...