Merck Extends Timeline On Acceleron Deal, Still Expects Q4 Close

Some Investors Have Voiced Concern About Buyout

Merck said it is giving the FTC more time to review the acquisition, but the shift also gives the company leeway to convince any reluctant Acceleron shareholders to trade their shares for cash.

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Time is not running out yet to close Merck's Acceleron acquisition • Source: Alamy

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