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Pfizer Exits BioNTech With Block Sale of Remaining 4.55 Million ADRs

BioNTech says the collaboration with Pfizer remains unchanged following the share sale.

Overview

  • The disposal covered roughly a 1.5% stake and was executed as a block trade arranged by JPMorgan Chase.
  • Shares were offered at $108 to $111.70 per ADR, representing up to a 3.3% discount to the prior close.
  • BioNTech stock fell between about 4% and 6% intraday as investors digested the change in shareholder base.
  • Pfizer could receive roughly $508 million if the sale priced at the top of the indicated range, according to published calculations.
  • BioNTech recently lifted 2025 revenue guidance to €2.6–2.8 billion after a large payment from Bristol Myers Squibb and continues to advance its oncology programs.