Cutanea acquisition to bolster Maruho's US presence

Maruho has acquired 100% of the private US firm Cutanea Life Sciences, apparently taking advantage of the strength of the yen to expand its business interests and capabilities in the US.

Maruho has acquired 100% of the private US firm Cutanea Life Sciences, apparently taking advantage of the strength of the yen to expand its business interests and capabilities in the US.

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