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Sanofi Acquires Dynavax (DVAX.US) for US$2.2B
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Sanofi agreed to acquire Dynavax Technologies (DVAX.US) for approximately US$2.2 billion to expand its vaccine business. Dynavax's vaccine portfolio includes a hepatitis B vaccine and an experimental shingles vaccine.

Sanofi will purchase California-based Dynavax for US$15.5 per share in cash, representing a 39% premium over Tuesday's (23rd) closing price.

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Sanofi expects that the deal will not influence this year's financial guidance and believes it can be completed in the first quarter of next year.
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