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AbbVie Poised to Expand in Neurobiology with Cerevel Acquisition

BATS:ABBV   AbbVie Inc.
Pharmaceutical giant AbbVie Inc. is considering enhancing its neurobiological portfolio as it finalises the acquisition of neurobiotech firm Cerevel Therapeutics. Initially announced in December 2023 for 8.7 billion USD, the acquisition was primarily focused on Cerevel's experimental schizophrenia drug, Emraclidine. This drug represents a new class of psychiatric medications that have recently sparked increased interest within the pharmaceutical industry.

The deal's prospects have been further boosted by promising clinical trial results from Cerevel's Parkinson's disease drug, reinforcing the strategic fit of this acquisition for AbbVie. The company's broad portfolio diversification, consistent dividend payments, and stable positive cash flow make AbbVie's securities attractive to investors.

Examining the technical analysis of AbbVie Inc. (NYSE: ABBV) for potential investment opportunities:

On the Daily (D1) timeframe, the stock has formed a support level at 161.50 USD and resistance at 170.55 USD. The stock is currently in a downtrend within a channel and is nearing the upper boundary of this trend. A breakout above the downtrend line could lead to a break of the resistance and initiate an uptrend. Conversely, if the stock breaks below the support level, the next target could be 151.50 USD.

For traders, purchasing the stock if it breaks the resistance at 170.55 USD could make sense, with a short-term price target set at 182.10 USD. For those looking at a medium-term investment, holding a long position with a target of up to 195.00 USD can be considered.


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