
323: Cannabinoids for weight loss, a cancelled ad comm, and the Fed lowers interest rates
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Biotech Ventures and Market Dynamics
This chapter explores the ambitious genetic engineering efforts aimed at resurrecting extinct species, like the woolly mammoth, while evaluating the recent Federal Reserve interest rate cut and its mixed implications on biotech investments. The discussion includes investor sentiment shifts, the challenges of attracting generalist investors, and the current landscape of mergers and acquisitions within the pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, it highlights the competitive advantages of major companies in the obesity market, illustrating the complexities of manufacturing and market entry for new players.
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