Argenx is spending $2.2 billion to absorb Forte Biosciences for its phase 2-stage vitiligo and celiac disease drug. The prize for argenx is FB102, an anti-CD122 antibody that demonstrated success in a phase 1b study earlier this month. In that trial, Forte tied FB102 to a 29.6% improvement in a score of facial vitiligo. A readout for phase 2 celiac trial is expected later this year. Argenx, which has previously invested in Forte, said phase 1 studies of FB102 in both indications were “key driv

July 27, 2026 -- Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142), a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology, oncology and other areas, today announced that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with China National Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. ("Sinopharm"). The two parties will establish the Sinopharm - Harbour BioMed Innovation Consortium (the "Innovation Consortium") to advance collaborative research and development of inn

Repligen, a Waltham, Massachusetts-based life sciences company specializing in bioprocessing technologies, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BioLife Solutions , a Bothell, Washington-based developer of biopreservation media and cell processing tools for the cell and gene therapy market, in a transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion. BioLife’s biopreservation media portfolio, led by its CryoStor platform, supports 18 commercially approved therapies and the majority of U.

Crux, a benefits operating system that connects employers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and benefit solution providers, today announced a collaboration with global healthcare company Novo Nordisk to expand affordable and simplified access to authentic anti-obesity medications (AOMs) like Wegovy® for employer health plans across the United States. Through an alternative pharmacy benefit structure, the agreement will allow Crux to deliver a dedicated carve-out solution that provides employers an

Lee’s is eligible to receive up to $31 million in upfront and milestone payments. Ashlins Pharmaceuticals today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Ashlins Ocular Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has entered into an exclusive license and supply agreement with Lee’s Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited (HKEX: 0950), a publicly listed biopharmaceutical company with more than 30 years of industry experience. Under the agreement, Ashlins has obtained exclusive rights to develop and commercialize certain

Financing will support development of RN-014 and RN-032 and continued expansion of the company's kidney disease pipeline July 21, 2026 -- Rege Nephro Co., Ltd. ("Rege Nephro"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on iPS cell-based kidney regenerative medicine and drug discovery, today announced the closing of a financing round totaling approximately US$10.6 million through the issuance of J-KISS (Japan-Keep It Simple Security) share acquisition rights. The proceeds are expected to su

Dimerix acquires Phase 2-ready asset, DMX-652 - with potential for rapid advancement into a Phase 2 clinical study under an open US Investigational New Drug (IND) application, with initial focus on acute kidney injury (AKI) DMX-652 offers potential to address a significant unmet need in AKI - with a global market opportunity estimated to be US$3.5 billion in 2026,[1] and no currently approved therapies for the disease which is associated with rapid decline in kidney function and high mortality r

Eli Lilly has struck a deal to buy AtaiBeckley for $2.8 billion upfront, continuing its takeover spree to move into a psychedelic mental health sector targeted by companies including Johnson & Johnson. AtaiBeckley’s lead candidate is BPL-003, a fast-acting intranasal formulation of the psychedelic substance 5-MeO-DMT. The substance, which is found in some plants and animals, stimulates the serotonin system that regulates mood. A phase 2b trial linked BPL-003 to statistically significant improve

Spero Therapeutics is putting over $1 billion on the line in exchange for rights to develop SP001, an anti-CD40L antibody, for IgG4-related disease. A Phase 2 study is planned for the second quarter of 2027. Spero Therapeutics has licensed an investigational autoimmune disease therapy from China-based Innovent Biologics. The total deal value could reach up to $1.1 billion, according to a Tuesday morning news release. This sum includes Spero’s upfront commitment, as well as R&D, regulatory and

Acquisition supports Servier's strategic ambition in rare neurology with sevasemten, a late-stage investigational treatment for Becker and Duchenne muscular dystrophies. The acquired asset and expert team strengthen Servier's commitment to innovate for patients with high unmet medical needs. July 13, 2026 -- Servier, an independent international pharmaceutical group governed by a foundation, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the muscular dystrophy business of Edgewise The