AbbVie to buy Botox-maker Allergan in a $63 billion cash-and-stock deal

AbbVie said on Tuesday it would buy Botox-maker Allergan in a cash-and-stock deal for about $63 billion to add fast-growing therapeutic businesses such as medical aesthetics and eye care. Allergan shareholders will receive 0.8660 AbbVie shares and $120.30 in cash for each share held, for a total consideration of $188.24 per Allergan share, a premium … Read more

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Dow futures higher amid growing tensions between Iran and the US

U.S. stock index futures were higher Monday morning, as traders monitor geopolitical tensions, in particular between the United States and Iran. At around 05:23 a.m. ET, Dow futures rose 51 points, indicating a positive open of more than 17 points. Futures on the S&P and Nasdaq were both seen marginally higher. — RECOMMENDED — Tech … Read more

US futures slightly lower as tensions with Iran escalate

U.S. stock index futures traded slightly lower on Friday amid growing geopolitical tensions with Iran. At 6:15 a.m. ET, Dow futures were down 38 points, implying a lower open of 29 points. Futures on the S&P and Nasdaq also traded lower. Market focus is largely attuned to simmering geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran. … Read more