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Takeda shareholders approve $62B bid for Shire

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Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.'s shareholders on Wednesday approved its $62 billion bid for Shire PLC in the United Kingdom.

If finalized, the deal would be the largest ever overseas acquisition by a Japanese company.

The deal is subject to approval by Shire shareholders, who are expected to meet later on Wednesday.

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