It's no longer a question of if, but when! Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has announced a transformative $13.1 billion deal to acquire Shockwave Medical, bolstering its position in the cardiovascular medical-device market. The acquisition, priced at $335 per share in cash, represents a 4.7% premium over Shockwave's previous closing price. Founded in 2009, Shockwave specializes in innovative devices that treat calcium buildup in arteries, with a remarkable 50% revenue growth last year to $730 million. This strategic move expands J&J's MedTech business into high-growth cardiovascular segments, complementing its previous acquisitions like Abiomed and Laminar. J&J CEO Joaquin Duato highlighted that this acquisition aligns with their strategy to excel in the MedTech sector. Despite potential competition, including from Abbott Laboratories, this acquisition signifies a promising future for J&J and Shockwave's combined expertise. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development!
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Darin W. White
Senior Account Liaison at Bamberger Amco Polymers
2moCongrats to all involved, a wonderful development for both organizations, staff and consumers.