In recent financial and pharmaceutical news, Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) stock has fluctuated greatly. FDA rejections of its Daiichi Sanyko-tied cancer treatment saw significant declines, forcing it to underperform compared to competitors. However, despite major setbacks including cancer drug rejections, Merck outperformed competitors on formidable trading days. Independence Bank of Kentucky, First Dallas Securities Inc. and other firms boosted their Merck holdings while some like Hodges Capital Management LLC and Bowman & Co S.C. reduced them.
A debate if the stock is fully valued at $130 arises following mixed performance. Earning reports, however, show a promising future due to strong Keytruda and vaccine sales. Despite insiders selling US$12m in stock, Merck is seeing increased interest from hedge funds and other investors. In global news, Germany's Merck Group shares also noticed a 10% drop after cancelling a trial for a promising cancer drug.
Their latest drug 'Capvaxive', received a CDC panel vote. Its impact on stock performance is yet to be revealed. Positive price movements have been influenced by the FDA approving Merck's drug for Cardiovascular disease.
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