Australia's government said it would block a $387.2 million takeover of Mayne Pharma by U.S. company Cosette Pharmaceuticals on national security grounds, citing a need to protect critical medical supply chains.
Shares of Mayne Pharma plunged 30% on Wednesday after U.S.-based Cosette Pharmaceuticals initiated a review of its A$672 million ($432.1 million) acquisition, citing a "material adverse change" in the Australian firm's business and finances.
Mayne Pharma has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Indian drugmaker Sun Pharma in a U.S. court, the Australian drugmaker said on Thursday.
| Pharmaceuticals Industry | Healthcare Sector | Mr. Shawn Patrick O'Brien B.Sc CEO | OTC PINK Exchange | AU000000MYX0 ISIN |
| AU Country | 450 Employees | 18 Jan 2023 Last Dividend | 18 Jan 2023 Last Split | 29 Jun 2007 IPO Date |
Mayne Pharma Group Limited is a globally operating specialty pharmaceutical company with a focus on manufacturing and selling both branded and generic pharmaceutical products. Established in 2005 and originally known as Halcygen Pharmaceuticals Limited, it was rebranded to Mayne Pharma in November 2010. The company is headquartered in Salisbury South, Australia, and conducts its operations across diverse geographies including Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. It operates through its four main segments, notably the International Branded Products and Portfolio Product Division, which cater to various therapeutic needs and markets around the world.