In November 2021, Pfizer acquired Trillium Therapeutics, a clinical stage oncology company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of cancer. Pfizer paid $2,260 million (or $18.50 per share) in cash, representing a hefty premium of 118% to gain access to Trillium's next-generation immuno-therapeutics for hematological malignancies. However, growth in oncology medicines is expected to be strong at 7.0% through 2030 . This acquisition is consistent with Pfizer's attempt to complement its drug pipeline, with the transaction expected to generate cash flows of $115 million next year. Previously, Pfizer made a $25 million investment in Trillium in 2020 to collaborate on R\&D activities (i.e. equity alliance). Pfizer sets its cost of capital at 11.0% for similar investments (i.e. development stage acquisitions). (a) Based on the information above, what growth rate in cash flows is required to cover the cost of acquiring Trillium Therapeutics? Would you have bought Trillium? Why? (show calculations: 10 points) [gR=r(CF1/C0)] (b) Using the exhibit below, did Pfizer have the financial capacity to acquire Trillium Therapeutics? Why? (support answer with financial ratios; 10 points) (c) Based on the case study, what other strategies (i.e. besides acquisitions) could Pfizer implement to address its main challenge(s)? Briefly describe. (10 points) Financial data: Nine months ending October 3,2021 (figures in millions) In November 2021, Pfizer acquired Trillium Therapeutics, a clinical stage oncology company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of cancer. Pfizer paid $2,260 million (or $18.50 per share) in cash, representing a hefty premium of 118% to gain access to Trillium's next-generation immuno-therapeutics for hematological malignancies. However, growth in oncology medicines is expected to be strong at 7.0% through 2030 . This acquisition is consistent with Pfizer's attempt to complement its drug pipeline, with the transaction expected to generate cash flows of $115 million next year. Previously, Pfizer made a $25 million investment in Trillium in 2020 to collaborate on R\&D activities (i.e. equity alliance). Pfizer sets its cost of capital at 11.0% for similar investments (i.e. development stage acquisitions). (a) Based on the information above, what growth rate in cash flows is required to cover the cost of acquiring Trillium Therapeutics? Would you have bought Trillium? Why? (show calculations: 10 points) [gR=r(CF1/C0)] (b) Using the exhibit below, did Pfizer have the financial capacity to acquire Trillium Therapeutics? Why? (support answer with financial ratios; 10 points) (c) Based on the case study, what other strategies (i.e. besides acquisitions) could Pfizer implement to address its main challenge(s)? Briefly describe. (10 points) Financial data: Nine months ending October 3,2021 (figures in millions)
