Roche Acquires 89bio for $3.5 Billion to Address Obesity-Related Diseases
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 18 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Acquisition Announcement: Roche has agreed to acquire the small biotech company 89bio, which specializes in the MASH drug, in a deal valued at up to $3.5 billion.
Market Reaction: Following the announcement, 89bio's stock price nearly doubled, reflecting positive investor sentiment regarding the acquisition.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
