FTC Mandates Aurobindo Pharma Divest Four Drug Products for Lannett Acquisition
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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires Aurobindo Pharma to sell four generic drug products to finalize its $250 million acquisition of Lannett Company Inc., preventing anti-competitive issues.
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Why It Matters
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reviewing mergers and acquisitions to prevent anti-competitive practices in the market.
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is requiring Aurobindo Pharma Limited to divest four different generic drug products to complete its $250 million acquisition of Lannett Company Inc., the agency said on Thursday in a statement.
This action is a condition for Aurobindo Pharma to finalize its acquisition of Lannett Company Inc., ensuring no anti-competitive issues arise from the deal.
Open Questions
- Which specific four drug products must be divested?
- Who is the intended buyer of the divested products?