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An AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb merger could create a cancer-drug giant, but analysts call it ‘odd’

AstraZeneca shares were slumping while Bristol-Myers Squibb’s stock was jumping on Monday on reported deal talks. But the big question is why these two pharmaceutical giants would want to come together in the first place.

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A potential merger between AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb has sent shockwaves through the pharmaceutical industry, with analysts expressing skepticism about the proposed deal. The reported talks have led to a notable disparity in the stock performance of the two companies, with AstraZeneca's shares declining while Bristol Myers Squibb's stock has seen a significant increase. This unusual trend has raised questions about the motivations behind the potential partnership. The proposed merger would create a massive cancer-drug giant, but analysts are struggling to understand the logic behind the deal. The lack of clarity surrounding the potential benefits of the partnership has left many in the industry puzzled, with some questioning whether the deal would ultimately be beneficial for both companies.

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