The Financial Times reported on February 3, 2025, that activist investor Starboard Value has acquired a stake in Becton Dickinson and Company. Starboard Value is reportedly advocating for BD to sell its life sciences unit.
This development suggests potential pressure on BD's management to pursue a significant strategic divestiture. The life sciences unit includes diagnostic products used for infectious diseases and cancers.
Activist investor involvement often signals a push for portfolio optimization and enhanced shareholder value through strategic changes. The report indicates a potential shift in the company's structure to focus on core businesses.
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