- Catalent closed Monday up ~20% on Monday following a report over the weekend that Danaher ( NYSE: DHR ) was interested in acquiring the contract manufacturer .
- BofA Securities analyst Michael Ryskin said that the premium Danaher ( DHR ) would have to pay for such a deal is "up for debate." He has Danaher ( DHR ) as a buy.
- Meanwhile, Jefferies' David Windley, who rates both companies a buy, said a deal could value Catalent ( NYSE: CTLT ) at ~$93/share .
- Seeking Alpha's Quant Rating views Catalent ( CTLT ) and Danaher ( DHR ) as a hold.
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Why did Catalent stock soar today? Potential takeover by Danaher