Galapagos NV and Gilead Sciences Inc. announced the closing and entry into force of their global license and collaboration agreement on filgotinib. Under the terms of the agreement, the closing of this transaction triggers an upfront license fee payment of $300 million by Gilead to Galapagos. In addition, Gilead has made a $425 million (or €392 million) equity investment in Galapagos by subscribing for new shares at a price of €58 per share, including issuance premium.