Merck has recently been dominating the stocks market, boosting investors' confidence as its stocks climbed 4.1% this week. Despite the company's earnings showing a downward trend, Merck (NYSE:MRK) remains in an upward trend in their market value, reaching a new 12-month high of $173.05. The company's most successful drug seems to be the blockbuster cancer drug,
Keytruda, which has significantly raised Merck's annual outlook. The drug proved to be a key performer, consequently causing a rally in Merck's stocks. However, amidst promising figures, insiders at Merck have raised concerns as they sold US$12m in stock. This move begs the question of whether the stocks are overpriced relative to its financial prospects. Furthermore, Merck is facing stiff competition from industry giants like
Johnson & Johnson and
Pfizer. Nevertheless, Merck has managed to outperform the industry year-to-date. Additionally, the promising approval of its
arterial-hypertension drug by FDA has sparked a rise in their shares. With 77% ownership of shares, Merck is heavily governed by institutional owners. The acquisition of
Ophthalmology Company EyeBio is expected to further grow Merck's market value.
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