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23andMe's stock jumps on talks of going private

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DNA testing firm 23andMe Holding Co.’s stock rose on news that CEO Anne Wojcicki is considering taking the company private.

A Securities and Exchange Commission filing indicates Wojcicki has discussed with board members a proposal to acquire the company in a potential go-private transaction.

Shares rose as much as 33% on the news. The stock has traded below $1 since late last year.

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