Servier to acquire Edgewise’s muscular dystrophy business for $2.65bn

Pharmaceutical Technology
2026.06.02 08:32

Servier has agreed to acquire Edgewise Therapeutics' muscular dystrophy business for $2.65 billion, comprising a $1.55bn upfront payment and up to $1.1bn in milestones. The deal includes the asset sevasemten, currently in development for Becker and Duchenne muscular dystrophies. Approved by both boards, the transaction awaits regulatory clearance and is expected to close in Q3 2026, aligning with Servier's rare neurology strategy.