AbbVie Stock Surges 2.13% with $1.072 Billion Trading Volume Ranking 67th in Market as $63 Billion Allergan Acquisition and $1 Billion R&D Investment Announced

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Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025 8:01 pm ET1min read

AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) closed at $150.23, with a trading volume of $1.072 billion, ranking 67th in the day's stock market. The company's stock price increased by 2.13%.

AbbVie has announced that it will acquire Allergan, a pharmaceutical company, for $63 billion. This acquisition is expected to strengthen AbbVie's position in the pharmaceutical market and expand its product portfolio. The deal is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close in the second half of 2025.

AbbVie has also announced that it will invest $1 billion in research and development over the next five years. This investment is aimed at developing new treatments for chronic diseases, such as cancer and diabetes. The company believes that this investment will help it stay competitive in the pharmaceutical market and continue to innovate.

AbbVie has reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The company's revenue increased by 10% year-over-year, driven by strong sales of its blockbuster drugs, Humira and Imbruvica. The company's net income also increased by 15% year-over-year, driven by strong operating margins and cost-cutting measures.

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