Law Firm Kirby McInerney LLP Investigating Potential Claims on Behalf of Astex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Shareholders

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against the Board of Directors of Astex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Astex” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:ASTX) related to the proposed acquisition of the Company by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (“Otsuka”). Under the terms of the transaction, Astex shareholders will receive $8.50 in cash for each share of Astex owned, valuing the transaction at approximately $866 million.