BioWorld-International-2006-09-27
Merck KGaA Buying Serono, Giving CHF16.6B Valuation
Merck KGaA Buying Serono, Giving CHF16.6B Valuation
Merck KGaA agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Serono SA by purchasing the Bertarelli family's shares in the company, which represent 64.5 percent of its equity and 75.5 percent of its voting rights. (BioWorld International)

