Archive for September 2021
Boston Scientific closes $1B purchase of laser firm
Medical device giant Boston Scientific said Wednesday it has closed a deal exceeding $1 billion for the surgical business of the laser firm Lumenis. Read More
Read MoreAugust M&A roundup: Trillium’s redemption and Reebok’s $2.5B sale
Some major deals rounded out the summer, including Pfizer’s acquisition of Trillium Therapeutics’ at a 200% premium. Read More
Read MoreSoulCycle in Dedham introduces sign language spin classes
When Heather Rose started her American Sign Language SoulCycle class, she worried she wouldn’t get enough students. Now, she thinks the fitness chain could grow and attract new riders simply by making its classes more accessible for people with disabilities. Read More
Read MoreState Sen. Joe Boncore to head up MassBio as CEO
Biopharmaceutical trade group MassBio has formally announced its new CEO: Massachusetts Sen. Joe Boncore. Read More
Read MoreInsider’s view: What two former CBRE Global Investors are targeting with new investment firm, starting with Indianapolis deal
Los Angeles-based Standard Real Estate Investments LP formally launched this week with the closing of a majority equity investment in a 244-unit multifamily project in downtown Indianapolis. Read More
Read MoreBoston issues immediate eviction moratorium in city
Landlords and property owners will be barred from seeking to evict tenants in Boston under a new city-level moratorium announced by Acting Mayor Kim Janey. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and quarterback controversies
Good morning, Boston, and happy first day of September — also known as Back to Hogwarts Day or, locally, Allston Christmas. Here are the five things you need to know to start your busy business day, and the hope of Foxborough. Read More
Read MoreNan Fung biotech real estate arm snags downtown Boston office for $210M
Nan Fung Life Sciences, the biotech real estate arm of Hong Kong-based conglomerate Nan Fung Group, has acquired a third property in downtown Boston. Read More
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