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Avidity Biosciences (RNA)

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Avidity Biosciences Announces Record Date for Spin-Off Ahead of Novartis Merger
RNA
M&A
Takeover Bid
  • Avidity Biosciences has designated February 12, 2026, as the record date for the pro rata distribution of shares of Atrium Therapeutics, Inc. ("SpinCo").
  • This distribution is for the Spin-Off of Avidity's early-stage precision cardiology programs into SpinCo, which is in connection with the proposed acquisition of Avidity by Novartis AG.
  • Holders of Avidity common stock on the record date will receive one share of SpinCo common stock for every ten shares of Avidity common stock held.
  • The completion of both the Merger and the Spin-Off is subject to certain closing conditions, including Avidity stockholder approval.
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Avidity Biosciences Announces Managed Access Program for del-zota and 2026 BLA Submission Plan
RNA
Product Launch
New Projects/Investments
  • Avidity Biosciences has initiated a U.S. Managed Access Program (MAP) for its investigational therapy delpacibart zotadirsen (del-zota), aimed at eligible individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy mutations amenable to exon 44 skipping (DMD44).
  • Enrollment for the MAP, which provides del-zota under an FDA-authorized treatment protocol, is anticipated to begin by year-end.
  • Avidity plans to submit a Biologics License Application (BLA) for del-zota for accelerated approval in 2026, following alignment with the FDA in an October 2025 pre-BLA meeting.
  • Clinical studies of del-zota have demonstrated unprecedented data, including robust increases in dystrophin production and reversal of disease progression, leading to multiple FDA designations such as Breakthrough Therapy.
Nov 19, 2025, 2:13 PM
Avidity Biosciences Reports Q3 2025 Results and Announces Novartis Acquisition
RNA
M&A
Earnings
New Projects/Investments
  • Avidity Biosciences entered a definitive merger agreement with Novartis AG for an approximate $12 billion total equity value, with the acquisition expected to close in the first half of 2026 following the separation of early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new public company ("SpinCo").
  • For the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, the company reported $12.5 million in collaboration revenues and a net loss of $(174.4) million, or $(1.27) per share.
  • As of September 30, 2025, Avidity held approximately $1.9 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities.
  • The company has a clear path forward with the FDA for del-zota, with a Biologics License Application (BLA) submission planned for 2026 for accelerated approval, supported by one-year data demonstrating sustained muscle protection and meaningful improvement.
Nov 10, 2025, 9:07 PM
Avidity Biosciences Announces Novartis Acquisition Agreement and Q3 2025 Results
RNA
M&A
Earnings
New Projects/Investments
  • Avidity Biosciences entered a definitive merger agreement with Novartis AG in October 2025, with Novartis acquiring Avidity for an approximate $12 billion total equity value, pending the separation of Avidity's early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new public company, SpinCo. The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
  • For the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, Avidity reported $12.5 million in collaboration revenue and a net loss of $(174.4) million.
  • As of September 30, 2025, the company held approximately $1.9 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, which is projected to fund operations until mid-2028.
  • The company announced a clear path forward with the FDA for del-zota, with BLA submission planned for 2026, and completed enrollment for the Phase 3 HARBOR™ trial for del-desiran in July 2025.
Nov 10, 2025, 9:05 PM
Novartis proposes to acquire Avidity Biosciences
RNA
M&A
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • Novartis proposes to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $72 per share, representing a 46% premium to the October 24th closing price.
  • The acquisition focuses on Avidity's neuromuscular franchise, including three late-stage assets (Delbisiran, Delbrac, Delzoda), and its Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs™) platform for extrahepatic RNA delivery.
  • This deal is expected to enhance Novartis's 2024 to 2029 CAGR from +5% to +6% and is projected to close in the first half of 2026.
  • Novartis anticipates an initial 1% to 2% margin dilution, with a return to 40%+ core margin by 2029.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Novartis Announces Acquisition of Avidity Biosciences
RNA
M&A
New Projects/Investments
Guidance Update
  • Novartis will acquire all outstanding shares of Avidity for USD 72.00 per share in cash, representing a 46% premium to its October 24 closing price.
  • The total transaction value is USD 12 billion on a fully diluted basis, with an enterprise value of approximately USD 11 billion at the expected closing date.
  • Avidity will separate its early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new SpinCo, while Novartis will acquire Avidity's neuromuscular franchise and platform rights.
  • The acquisition is expected to raise Novartis' 2024-2029 sales CAGR from +5% to +6% and result in a short-term 1-2%pts core margin dilution, returning to 40%+ core margin in 2029.
  • Closing is anticipated in H1 2026, pending the completion of the SpinCo separation and other customary conditions.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Novartis to Acquire Avidity Biosciences
RNA
M&A
New Projects/Investments
Guidance Update
  • Novartis proposes to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $72 per share, representing a total transaction value of $12 billion on a fully diluted basis and a 46% premium to the October 24 closing price.
  • The acquisition is expected to close in 2026 and will strengthen Novartis's neuroscience franchise and exRNA strategy by adding three late-stage neuromuscular programs, including Delvisiran for DM1 and DELBRAX for FSHD, and a platform for extrahepatic delivery of XRNAs. Avidity will separate its early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new spin-co.
  • The deal is projected to raise Novartis's 2024-2029 CAGR from +5% to +6%, with a short-term margin dilution of 1-2% expected to return to 40%+ core margin by 2029. Key clinical readouts for Delvisiran and DELBRAX are expected in 2026.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Novartis to Acquire Avidity's Neuromuscular Franchise
RNA
M&A
New Projects/Investments
Product Launch
  • Novartis will acquire Avidity's neuromuscular franchise and platform rights for USD 72.00 per share in cash, representing a 46% premium to its October 24 closing price.
  • The total transaction value is USD 12 billion on a fully diluted basis, with an enterprise value of approximately USD 11 billion.
  • Avidity will separate its early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new SpinCo prior to the acquisition.
  • The acquisition is expected to close in H1 2026, subject to the completion of the SpinCo separation and other customary closing conditions.
  • The deal is anticipated to raise Novartis' expected 2024-2029 sales CAGR from +5% to +6% and offers multi-billion-dollar peak sales opportunities in DM1 and FSHD.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Novartis announces proposed acquisition of Avidity Biosciences
RNA
M&A
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • Novartis proposes to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $72 per share, representing a 46% premium to the October 24th closing price, with a total transaction value of $12 billion and an enterprise value of $11 billion.
  • The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026 and will add three late-stage neuromuscular assets (Delbisiran for DM1, Delbrac for FSHD, and Delzoda for DMD exon 44 skipping) and an RNA technology platform.
  • This deal is projected to raise Novartis's 2024-2029 sales CAGR from +5% to +6% and is expected to result in a short-term margin dilution of 1% to 2%, with a return to 40%+ core margin by 2029.
  • The acquired assets include Delbisiran, with a Phase 3 readout in H2 2026 and regulatory submission in 2027 , Delbrac, with a Phase 3 readout and submission in 2028 , and Delzoda, on track for FDA submission for accelerated approval in 2026. These medicines have no LOEs before 2042 and are IRA exempt.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM
Novartis Proposes Acquisition of Avidity Biosciences
RNA
M&A
New Projects/Investments
Guidance Update
  • Novartis proposes to acquire Avidity Biosciences for $72 per share, representing a 46% premium to the October 24th closing price, with an estimated total transaction value of $12 billion on a fully diluted basis.
  • The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to Avidity separating its early-stage precision cardiology programs into a new SpinCo and other customary closing conditions.
  • The deal strengthens Novartis's neuroscience franchise and RNA technology platform by adding three late-stage neuromuscular programs (del-desiran for DM1, del-brax for FSHD, and del-zota for DMD44) and a platform for extrahepatic delivery of xRNAs.
  • Novartis expects the acquisition to raise its near-term sales guidance from +5% to +6% and bolster its growth profile beyond 2030, while anticipating a short-term dilution of 1%-2%.
Oct 27, 2025, 12:00 PM