Pharma Q4 Results Preview: Pfizer, Merck, Roche, Amgen, Novo, Lilly, AstraZeneca
Executive Summary
Leadership changes at Pfizer, immuno-oncology combination updates from Merck and Roche, and the potential for Novo Nordisk to make a new offer for Ablynx – plus other highlights from upcoming biopharma earnings calls.
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