Raptor Pharmaceutical Corp, which develops drugs that treat orphan diseases, is in discussions with investment banks to hire a financial adviser to explore a potential sale, according to people familiar with the matter.
The move may not lead to a sale, the people said this week, asking not to be identified because the deliberations are confidential. Raptor did not respond to a request for comment.
By Carl O’Donnell
Source: Reuters
Politico’s Agency IQ reported earlier this month that, due to the Trump administration’s laying off of thousands of staffers, the FDA risked hitting a “trigger,” whereby the FDA could be required to refund industry fees if spending by the agency falls below a certain level.
Pharmaceutical companies are demanding changes in European regulation as looming tariffs implemented by US President Donald Trump “threaten” billions of planned pharma investments on the continent. A group of 32 pharma companies sent a letter to European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen listing requests to avoid an exodus of operations.
Christian Boehringer, Chairman of the Shareholders’ Committee since 2007, has decided to step down from his position as of June 30, 2025. The Shareholders’ Committee has appointed Hubertus von Baumbach, currently Chairman of the Board of Directors, as his successor from July 1, 2025.
