Zydus Lifesciences Limited (NSE: ZYDUSLIFE) shares are trading significantly higher today following the company’s announcement of its successful acquisition of a 50% equity stake in Sterling Biotech Limited. As of 10:25 AM, Zydus’s stock price has risen by 2.1% to ₹1,155.85, reflecting investor optimism about the strategic move.
Acquisition Details: Zydus Animal Health and Investments Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus Lifesciences, completed the acquisition of a 50% stake in Sterling Biotech from Perfect Day Inc. The transaction was finalized on August 29, 2024.
- Stock Performance:
- Current Price: ₹1,155.85 (+23.80, +2.1%)
- Today’s Range: ₹1,135.00 – ₹1,156.50
- Opening Price: ₹1,139.90
- Previous Close: ₹1,132.05
- Market Reaction:
- The stock opened higher at ₹1,139.90 and has maintained its upward trajectory throughout the morning session.
- It has already surpassed yesterday’s closing price by ₹23.80, indicating strong positive sentiment.
As the trading day progresses, it will be interesting to see if Zydus can maintain or extend these early gains, potentially setting new highs for the stock.
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