Auris acquisition could prompt more mega VC rounds
The J&J-Auris tie-up will yield a huge return for investors who went in big.
The fourth quarter sell-off hurt big medtech less than big pharma
Some medtech stocks did decline in 2018, but many more increased in value.
Stryker gets its purse out again, but integration is key
Having won the most acquisitive crown in 2016, Stryker seems to be seeking the prize this year too, buying Invuity and spinal company K2M.
Medtechs prioritise efficiency when it comes to hiring
Big cap medtech is hiring, largely thanks to organic growth.
Smaller medtechs soar in ’17 but could now be too expensive
Many small groups are up thanks to takeover speculation, and this may end up being self-defeating.
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