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Merck (
MRK): Billions in Revenue, Millions of Lives Saved—But Facing Allegations
A controversy looms over Merck: Did they mislead investors? The claim? Merck allegedly knew Gardasil shipments to China—a significant revenue source—were set to decline sharply yet failed to inform shareholders. Instead of acknowledging the issue and presenting a strategy, they reportedly painted a picture of continued success.
However, stepping back, Merck remains one of the most successful and well-managed pharmaceutical giants. With 43% revenue growth since pre-COVID levels and a robust balance sheet of long-term investments and cash reserves, Merck is financially resilient. But beyond profits, the company has made a monumental impact on global health with life-saving drugs and vaccines.
Merck’s Life-Saving Contributions
Mectizan (Ivermectin) – Since 1987, 700 million+ treated for river blindness and lymphatic filariasis.
BCG Vaccine – A tuberculosis and bladder cancer treatment, used worldwide. Merck is the sole U.S. supplier for bladder cancer.
M-M-R® II Vaccine – Measles, mumps, and rubella cases plummeted due to this vaccine, saving millions.
KEYTRUDA® (Pembrolizumab) – A revolutionary cancer immunotherapy with 40+ FDA approvals, saving hundreds of thousands of lives.
Molnupiravir – A COVID-19 antiviral reducing hospitalizations and deaths by ~50% in high-risk patients.
Total Lives Saved by Merck
Treatment Estimated Lives Saved
Mectizan ~1 million
BCG Vaccine ~25-30 million
M-M-R Vaccine ~25-30 million
KEYTRUDA ~500K-1 million
Molnupiravir ~100K-500K
💡 Grand Estimate: 50-60 million lives saved. If including broader health impact? Hundreds of millions.
📌 Perspective: Merck has saved enough people to repopulate California—twice.
The Allegations: What Investors Need to Know
Has Merck intentionally misled investors regarding Gardasil’s declining China sales? The allegation remains unproven. If a trial happens, we’ll watch. But here’s the bigger picture:
📉 Gardasil sales in China? ~1% of Merck’s revenue.
📈 Keytruda? Nearly 50% of Merck’s revenue.
While financial scrutiny is fair, Merck’s scientific legacy is undeniable. Investors should assess short-term risks vs. long-term dominance.
MRK): Billions in Revenue, Millions of Lives Saved—But Facing AllegationsA controversy looms over Merck: Did they mislead investors? The claim? Merck allegedly knew Gardasil shipments to China—a significant revenue source—were set to decline sharply yet failed to inform shareholders. Instead of acknowledging the issue and presenting a strategy, they reportedly painted a picture of continued success.
However, stepping back, Merck remains one of the most successful and well-managed pharmaceutical giants. With 43% revenue growth since pre-COVID levels and a robust balance sheet of long-term investments and cash reserves, Merck is financially resilient. But beyond profits, the company has made a monumental impact on global health with life-saving drugs and vaccines.
Merck’s Life-Saving Contributions
Mectizan (Ivermectin) – Since 1987, 700 million+ treated for river blindness and lymphatic filariasis.
BCG Vaccine – A tuberculosis and bladder cancer treatment, used worldwide. Merck is the sole U.S. supplier for bladder cancer.
M-M-R® II Vaccine – Measles, mumps, and rubella cases plummeted due to this vaccine, saving millions.
KEYTRUDA® (Pembrolizumab) – A revolutionary cancer immunotherapy with 40+ FDA approvals, saving hundreds of thousands of lives.
Molnupiravir – A COVID-19 antiviral reducing hospitalizations and deaths by ~50% in high-risk patients.
Total Lives Saved by Merck
Treatment Estimated Lives Saved
Mectizan ~1 million
BCG Vaccine ~25-30 million
M-M-R Vaccine ~25-30 million
KEYTRUDA ~500K-1 million
Molnupiravir ~100K-500K
💡 Grand Estimate: 50-60 million lives saved. If including broader health impact? Hundreds of millions.
📌 Perspective: Merck has saved enough people to repopulate California—twice.
The Allegations: What Investors Need to Know
Has Merck intentionally misled investors regarding Gardasil’s declining China sales? The allegation remains unproven. If a trial happens, we’ll watch. But here’s the bigger picture:
📉 Gardasil sales in China? ~1% of Merck’s revenue.
📈 Keytruda? Nearly 50% of Merck’s revenue.
While financial scrutiny is fair, Merck’s scientific legacy is undeniable. Investors should assess short-term risks vs. long-term dominance.
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MRK what I'd going on with this shit. I am still waiting for more than one month. all market is high except this shit.What is happening with MRK again? Didn't see any news that could justify this sharp decline from the resistance price of 105 $ ?
MRK again? Didn't see any news that could justify this sharp decline from the resistance price of 105 $ ?
MRK need 105 by Friday