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Japan Tobacco exits pharma with Shionogi deal, focuses on core

May 7, 2025 at 12:03 PM UTCBy FilingReader AI

Japan Tobacco (TSE:2914) is exiting the pharmaceutical sector, transferring its business to Shionogi & Co., Ltd., through a simplified absorption-type split slated for December. JT's decision aims to optimize its core strengths and unlock shareholder value. As part of this strategic realignment, JT has also agreed to transfer its stake in Torii Pharmaceutical to Shionogi following Shionogi's tender offer, with JT not participating in the offer.

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