智通财经网·2025-04-30 13:05Group 1 - Novartis has reached an agreement to acquire Regulus Therapeutics for up to $1.7 billion, with an upfront payment of $800 million in cash at $7 per share [1] - Regulus shareholders will receive a contingent value right (CVR) that could provide an additional $900 million if the drug farabursen is approved for treating autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) [1] - Novartis is actively seeking acquisition opportunities to enhance sales post-2025, amid a downward trend in biotechnology company valuations [1] Group 2 - Following the acquisition announcement, Regulus Therapeutics' stock surged by 134% in pre-market trading [2] - Novartis' stock remained stable in the Swiss market, with a nearly 6% increase over the past 12 months [2] - The acquisition has been approved by both companies' boards and is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025 [2]