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May 14, 2013

Actavis issues regulatory filing to comply with Irish company-takeover rules

Actavis is continuing to pursue a plan to buy Irish drug maker Warner Chilcott, as the U.S.-based company announced Tuesday its total number of shares and share-purchase options in order to comply with Ireland's merger-and-acquisition rules.

October 9, 2012

Matrixx ups takeover bid of ProPhase to $1.60 per share

Matrixx Initiatives on Tuesday announced its second overture to ProPhase Labs with an increased acquisition offer of $1.60 per share.

March 14, 2012

Reports: WAG-RAD merger speculation drives RAD stock to four-year high

Shares of Rite Aid crossed the $2 mark Wednesday afternoon following analyst speculation about the prospects of a takeover by Walgreens, according to published reports.

December 19, 2011

Valeant launches hostile takeover bid for ISTA

Drug maker Valeant Pharmaceuticals has launched a hostile takeover bid for ISTA Pharmaceuticals, the company said.

August 17, 2011

SABMiller brings takeover bid for Foster's directly to shareholders

One of the world's largest brewers is looking to expand its reach through a proposed acquisition of Australian beer company Foster's Group.