Novartis more upbeat on 2025 guidance after strong Q1 momentum
FRANKFURT: Novartis on Tuesday issued a more optimistic full-year earnings guidance, citing strong growth of drugs such as Kisqali, Kesimpta and Leqvio during the first quarter.
The Swiss drugmaker said in a statement that it expects 2025 operating income, adjusted for special items, to grow by a 'low double-digit' percentage.
Novartis agrees to acquire Anthos for up to $3.1 billion
It had previously projected 'high single to low double-digit' growth, compared with a 22% increase in 2024.
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