Novo Nordisk’s bid for Metsera raises potential concerns, US FTC's Guarnera says
By Flavia Fortes ( November 5, 2025, 22:17 GMT | Insight) -- The Federal Trade Commission has warned Novo Nordisk and Metsera that Novo’s restructured plan to buy Metsera, including a considerable upfront payment, may violate US premerger notification laws. FTC Bureau of Competition Director Daniel Guarnera said the agency is taking no position on the merits of the deal but is expressing concerns with the consummation of the transaction.The Federal Trade Commission has warned Novo Nordisk and Metsera that Novo’s restructured plan to buy Metsera, including a considerable upfront payment, may violate the US premerger notification laws....
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