Merck & Co Inc

6MK

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
    RahwayNJ07065
    USA

    T: +1 908 740-4000

    E: [email protected]

    https://www.merck.com

  • Sector

    Healthcare

    Stock type

    Defensive

  • Industry

    Drug Manufacturers - General

    Fiscal Year End

    31 December 2025

    Employees

    75,000

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