Dr Reddy’s, rumored to be in the fray for Biogen’s biosimilars business, among other potential high-profile transactions, retains an appetite for ‘complementary’ deals, though management indicates it isn’t pursuing ‘transformative’ buys. The company continues to tap Chinese firms for innovative assets.
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Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. rang in robust earnings for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, signaling continuing appetite for inorganic growth alongside, though the Indian firm said it was unlikely to chase "transformational" deals.
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Dr Reddy’s reported its highest ever sales and profits in Q2 FY2024
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