Philip Morris Bid For Vectura Trumps Carlyle Takeover

UK-Based Respiratory Specialist Recommends Shareholders Back 10% Higher Offer

Tobacco giant Philip Morris International has swept in with a superior offer for the UK’s Vectura group, outbidding Carlyle after its takeover attempt was announced in May. Vectura is recommending that its shareholders back the improved offer.

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Philip Morris has outbid Carlyle for Vectura • Source: Alamy

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