Emerging Markets Earnings Roundup: Abbott, AbbVie, J&J, GSK (Part 3)
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
After Abbott/AbbVie split, emerging markets represent 40% of Abbott’s sales compared to 15% of AbbVie sales. Abbott, J&J and GSK report dismal sales in Europe, noting that EMs remain a bright spot.
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