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Eli Lilly Acquires Ventyx for $1.2 Billion Deal

1/8/2026

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Story summary
  • Eli Lilly and Company completed its acquisition of Ventyx Biosciences for $1.2 billion at $14 per share on January 7, 2026.
  • The deal expands Lilly's immunology portfolio amid patent expirations on existing drugs.
  • Ventyx specializes in oral therapies for Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis, with promising candidates for obesity-related cardiovascular issues.
  • Analysts view the price as manageable for Lilly, which has recently surpassed $1 trillion in market value.