Why Galapagos Trounced the Market Today

Why Galapagos Trounced the Market Today

A changing of the guard is coming at biotech Galapagos (NASDAQ: GLPG), with the announcement of a new CEO. Belgium-based Galapagos announced Wednesday afternoon that it has tapped Paul Stoffels to be its next leader. Stoffels replaces current CEO Onno van de Stolpe, who is also a co-founder of the company and is entering retirement after 23 years on the throne.