Why are Canadian biotech firms having problems raising financing capital?

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In 2001, Canadian biotech firms raised $980 million in financing capital, a sharp drop from the $2.1 billion raised in 1999. Overall, 114 firms out of 188 (61%) that attempted to raise capital either failed or did not reach their targets. Why are biotech firms encountering difficulties in raising financing capital?

Issue Number: 2003002
Author(s): Traoré, Namatié
Main Product: Innovation Analysis Bulletin
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PDF June 27, 2003