Merck & Co Inc
MRK
Company Profile
Business description
Merck makes pharmaceutical products to treat several conditions in a number of therapeutic areas, including cardiometabolic disease, cancer, and infections. Within cancer, the firm's immuno-oncology platform, led by Keytruda, is a major contributor to overall sales. The company also has a substantial vaccine business aimed at preventing pediatric diseases, as well as Gardasil for human papillomavirus. Additionally, Merck sells animal health-related drugs. From a geographical perspective, 47% of the company's sales are generated from US human health (pharmaceuticals and vaccines).
Contact
126 East Lincoln Avenue
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USAT: +1 908 740-4000
Sector
Healthcare
Stock type
Defensive
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - General
Fiscal Year End
31 December 2026
Employees
75,000
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| FTSE 100 | 10,524.76 | 75.61 | -0.71% |
| HKSE | 25,143.05 | 580.81 | 2.36% |
| NASDAQ | 25,508.07 | 12.17 | -0.05% |
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