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What: Generex Biotechnology Corp (Nasdaq: GNBT) shares rose 25% in early market trading before falling on news the company will acquire a 51% stake in Global Medical Direct.

So what: There was confusion in the market this morning causing a wild swing in Generex's share price and halting trading for a period. Investors are also trying to digest news of the Global Medical purchase and a reverse stock split and rights offering by the company.

Now what: This was a confusing morning for investors trying to make sense of a lot of news. The Global Medical Direct stake will be 51% of the company, expecting $30 million in revenue and $8 million in net income. For the stock offering, as of now it appears the company will offer common stock and warrants to existing shareholders if a reverse stock split is approved on Friday.

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