Merck raised its 2026 revenue forecast to $66.3B-$67.3B following the Terns deal and strong Keytruda sales, but cut its profit guidance to $2.66-$2.76 EPS due to charges from the acquisition.
Merck (MRK) reported quarterly sales that surpassed forecasts, primarily attributed to the strong performance and growth of its blockbuster drug Keytruda.
Merck reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter sales and profit, primarily fueled by robust demand for its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda. Despite this, the company narrowed its full-year outlook and noted declines in sales for some other products.
Pfizer and Astellas have received FDA priority review for their bladder cancer treatment, Padcev, when used in combination with Merck's Keytruda, signaling a potential expedited approval process for the therapy.
Seven Indian pharmaceutical firms are reportedly in the race to develop a more affordable version of the drug Keytruda, with experts anticipating its availability within two years.
Pharmaceutical giant Merck is undergoing a transformation driven by strategic acquisitions as it prepares for the upcoming patent expiration of its top-selling cancer drug, Keytruda.
Concerns are rising in India over the cancer drug Keytruda's availability, high cost, and reports of leaks and fake versions. Merck & Co has stated that healthcare facilities are responsible for the used packaging of the drug.
Merck has announced a $6.7 billion deal to acquire a leukemia treatment, a strategic move as the company prepares for the upcoming expiration of exclusivity for its blockbuster cancer drug, Keytruda.
Merck announced plans to divide its human health business into two separate divisions, separating its cancer franchise from non-oncology medicines, to mitigate the impact of Keytruda patent loss.
Over 17,000 people have signed a petition advocating for the expansion of eligibility criteria for the cancer drug Keytruda to include those with an early diagnosis of breast cancer.
The secret price of Keytruda, Austria's most expensive cancer medication, is now before the Constitutional Court after administrative courts issued conflicting rulings on whether it should be made public.
Agilent has secured expanded approval for its diagnostic test, which is designed to identify potential patients for Keytruda, a prominent cancer immunotherapy drug.
Erasca announced a collaboration with Merck to test its drug ERAS-0015 in combination with Keytruda, causing a significant increase in Erasca's share price.
A global scam has been uncovered involving fraudsters exploiting the fear of cancer by selling fake versions of the well-known cancer drug Keytruda, highlighting a growing worldwide problem of fraudulent treatments.
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An international team of journalists, including Direkt36, revealed that the American manufacturer of Keytruda maintains high prices and delays the market entry of cheaper alternatives for the revolutionary cancer drug.
Merck has finalized its acquisition of Terns Pharmaceuticals for nearly $6 billion, aiming to boost its cancer drug pipeline following promising clinical data on a bone and blood cancer treatment.
Deutsche Bank has upgraded Merck (MRK) to a 'Buy' rating, expressing optimism about the company's future beyond the patent expiration of its key drug, Keytruda.
A highly anticipated study revealed that the experimental lung-cancer drug ivonescimab reduced the risk of death by 34% compared with another drug, though investors' reaction was muted.
A legal dispute is ongoing in Austria to uncover the secret price of Keytruda, one of the most expensive cancer medications, highlighting issues of pharmaceutical transparency and the country's healthcare system.
An analysis suggests Merck stock appears undervalued, citing the growth of its drug KEYTRUDA and a strong pipeline as factors offsetting near-term headwinds.
Pharmaceutical companies Merck and Eisai have encountered a setback in a late-stage clinical trial for their Keytruda regimen, intended for the treatment of kidney cancer.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has accepted full responsibility for his party's recent election defeat, stating he was surprised by the outcome. He indicated that a complete renewal is needed, suggesting a political era has ended.
Oncologists are suggesting smaller doses of the cancer drug Keytruda to alleviate the financial burden on patients, a proposal that has been rejected by the drug's manufacturer.
A joint investigation by DW and ICIJ highlights how pricing and patent strategies have made Merck's Keytruda a top-selling drug while limiting access for many patients worldwide. The report uncovers a significant global divide in the availability of the life-saving medicine.
Keytruda, the world's highest-grossing drug, is reportedly the most expensive medication in Austria, raising questions about pharmaceutical company profits and the vulnerability of health systems.
Merck is restructuring its business by separating its oncology division from non-cancer drug operations, a move reportedly in preparation for the 2028 patent expiry of its blockbuster cancer treatment, Keytruda.