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During the week of July 21–25, 2025, the biopharmaceutical industry saw a flurry of deal-making worldwide. This included major M&A acquisitions, high-value licensing and co-development partnerships, venture capital financings, and even an IPO listing. North America accounted for the majority of deal activity, with European and Asian

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