OREANDA-NEWS. Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today confirmed it has entered into exclusive negotiations with Actelion Ltd. (SIX: ATLN) regarding a potential transaction.

There can be no assurance any transaction will result from these discussions. Johnson & Johnson does not intend to make any additional comments regarding these discussions unless and until it is appropriate to do so, or a formal agreement has been reached.

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