Trump's return could drive dealmaking, but uncertainties loom

2 December 2024

Donald Trump’s re-election as US president could significantly influence the biopharmaceutical industry, particularly in the area of mergers and acquisitions, says industry analyst GlobalData.

Although Mr Trump has not outlined specific healthcare proposals, analysts suggest his leadership could lead to an uptick in biotech M&As, citing the possible departure of current Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chair Lina Khan.

Under Ms Khan, the FTC aggressively scrutinized M&A activity, exemplified by its lawsuit against Sanofi’s (Euronext: SAN) $750 million licensing agreement with biotech firm Maze Therapeutics in 2023. The deal, involving a Phase I Pompe disease therapy, was ultimately abandoned due to FTC pressure.

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