Health-care companies ticked down amid skepticism about the deal market.

Novo Nordisk agreed to buy smaller rival Cardior Pharmaceuticals for up to $1.11 billion as the Wegovy maker seeks to develop products for cardiovascular disease and other areas outside of its core diabetes and weight-loss market.

Shares of Syra Health fell after the company recorded a wider loss on lower revenue in 2023. Medical-device maker Masimo may opt for a joint venture as it looks to split off its consumer business.

Medical-device maker Masimo may opt for a joint venture as it looks to split off its consumer business.


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