The document summarizes the acquisition of Indian pharmaceutical company Ranbaxy by Japanese company Daiichi Sankyo. It describes how Ranbaxy was the largest pharmaceutical company in India but faced growing competition. Daiichi Sankyo was interested in expanding into generics and gaining access to new markets. The $4.9 billion acquisition would benefit both companies by providing access to new markets, manufacturing and R&D capabilities, and strengthening their positions in the global pharmaceutical industry.