Feb. 3 at 1:57 PM
$WVE Merck Expects Slower Earnings Growth As It Spends on Acquisitions
The healthcare company said revenue rose to
$16.4 billion in the fourth quarter amid growth in its oncology business
By Katherine Hamilton Feb. 3, 2026
Merck recorded higher revenue in its fourth quarter, but expects earnings growth to slow as it ramps up acquisitions.
The healthcare company on Tuesday posted a profit of
$2.96 billion, or
$1.19 a share, in the fourth quarter, compared with
$3.74 billion, or
$1.48 a share, a year earlier.
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