ABIVAX Société Anonyme Stock (ABVX) Jumps on Fresh Eli Lilly Takeover Talk as Nasdaq Biotech Index Inclusion Takes EffectABIVAXABIVAX Société Anonyme Stock (ABVX) Jumps on Fresh Eli Lilly Takeover Talk as Nasdaq Biotech Index Inclusion Takes Effect
PARIS / NEW YORK — December 22, 2025 — ABIVAX Société Anonyme stock is back in the spotlight on Monday after renewed takeover chatter tied to U.S. pharma giant Eli Lilly—arriving the same morning Abivax’s addition to the Nasdaq Biotechnology Index becomes effective. The combination is fueling a sharp move in ABVX shares and re-igniting debate about whether 2025’s biotech breakout is now morphing into an M&A story. Abivax shares rose sharply in Monday trading as media reports revived speculation that Eli Lilly could be exploring a deal for the French biotech. Reuters’ market update cited Abivax jumping 7.6% on the day amid takeover chatter. Reuters