Another victim of the COVID-pandemic, Celgene's $9-per-share contingent value right tied to BMS obtaining approval of three drugs goes unrealized due to FDA travel restrictions slowing down site inspections. Clene goes public, United Therapeutics buys PRV from Y-mAbs.

Hikma has struck a deal with Glenmark to gain US rights to its Ryaltris nasal spray. The agreement comes as Hikma reported sales ahead by 7% in 2019 on strong performances from the firm’s Injectables and Branded segments.

Glenmark ended 2019 on a buoyant note, with its rhinitis therapy getting the go-ahead in Australia. Though not seen as a huge commercial opportunity in the island continent, the clearance augurs well for the product’s overall trajectory.