Pfizer/Seagen Merger Seems Set To Clear As US FTC Sticks To Traditional Review
Executive Summary
Pink Sheet infographic breaks down the big pharma deals and required divestitures over the past four years. Seagen reports that Pfizer's acquisition of the company is expected to close late this year or in early 2024.
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