AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AMAG) to Merge with Allos Therapeutics, Resulting Combination Projects Some $60M in Annual Cost Savings
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, well known as the biopharmaceutical company behind the FERAHEME® injection for treating iron deficiency anemia in adult chronic kidney disease and Allos Therapeutics, developers of a revolutionary indication for relapsed or refractory peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL), called FOLOTYN®, announced entry into a definitive merger agreement today. An all-stock merger with total equity value of roughly $686M will not only drive home a projected $55-60M in annual cost savings synergies (a majority of which should be realized within the first fiscal year after closing the deal), but result in a powerhouse company that will be able to punch significantly…