FTC’s Test Case Opposing Amgen-Horizon Deal Ends With No-Bundling Agreement
Executive Summary
Commission pursued merger challenge to halt pharma practices it believes can stifle competition and keep drug prices high. Other large biopharma transactions may face similar challenges as FTC pursues its new merger program.
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