Seagen Talks Up 24% Growth, Not About Speculated Merck Buyout
Daiichi Arbitration Is Another Wildcard
Executive Summary
The Seattle-based biotech reported a 24% increase in product sales in the second quarter amid speculation that Merck is about to acquire the company.
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