Market Chatter: Evotec Attracts Potential Takeover Bid From Triton Partners; Shares Up

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Evotec (EVO) shares were rallying Monday after Bloomberg reported that the company is the subject of a potential takeover bid by Triton Partners as the private equity firm has become one of the drug developer's largest shareholders.

Triton recently increased its stake in Evotec to 9.99%, and would require foreign investment approval to hold 10% or more. Any significant acquisition would also need backing from Evotec's major shareholders, including Novo Holdings and Mubadala Investment, Bloomberg said.

Discussions are still ongoing, and Triton may choose not to make a formal offer, according to people familiar with the matter.

Both companies didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from MT Newswires.

Shares of Evotec were up 18% in recent Monday trading.

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