Nicox of France buys US ophthalmic company for up to $120m
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Executive Summary
Nicox of France is to acquire Aciex Therapeutics, a private, US ophthalmic-focused pharma company for an upfront payment of $65m in the form of newly issued Nicox shares, plus contingent value rights (CVRs) related to certain US product approvals that could add a further $55m to the value of the deal.
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