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Novo CEO says setbacks demand faster research, acquisitions as investors fret over pipeline

Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar said the company will speed up research and pursue smaller acquisitions to strengthen its drug pipeline after recent trial setbacks. The company raised its 2026 sales and profit outlook, but shares fell as investors focused on weaker-than-expected Wegovy pill sales and another setback for obesity…

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Novo Nordisk pursues preliminary injunction to block Eli Lilly weight-loss drug ads

Novo Nordisk pursues preliminary injunction to block Eli Lilly weight-loss drug ads

Novo Nordisk is seeking a court injunction to stop Eli Lilly's drug advertisements. The Danish company claims Lilly's ads mislead consumers about treatment comparisons. Lilly denies wrongdoing and stands by its advertising claims. Both companies compete in the growing obesity and diabetes drug market. Novo Nordisk argues Lilly uses outdated…

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Novo Nordisk Says Eli Lilly Used Misleading Weight Loss Drug Advertising. It's Suing

Novo Nordisk Says Eli Lilly Used Misleading Weight Loss Drug Advertising. It's Suing

The lawsuit, filed Tuesday, alleges that Eli Lilly violated federal and state false advertising laws by promoting "knowingly outdated clinical trial" results that compare both companies' drugs.

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Novo Nordisk sues Eli Lilly, accusing it of false advertising of weight-loss drug

Novo Nordisk has sued Eli Lilly in a U.S. court. The Danish company accuses Lilly of false advertising for its weight-loss medicines. Novo claims Lilly compared lower doses of its drugs with higher doses of Lilly's. Lilly's advertisements allegedly omit newer, higher-dose versions of Novo's medicines. Novo seeks to withdraw…

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Novo Nordisk's obesity drug Wegovy wins India approval to fight silent fatty liver killer

India's drug regulator approved Novo Nordisk's Wegovy for MASH treatment. This drug targets a serious progressive form of fatty liver disease. The approval follows a committee recommendation for adults with moderate to advanced liver fibrosis. Wegovy, containing semaglutide, was previously approved for chronic weight management. This marks a significant expansion…

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UK approves Novo weight-loss pill to edge open European market

Britain's medicine regulator has approved Novo Nordisk's weight-loss pill. This makes the UK the first European market for the oral treatment. Over 10 million people with obesity in the UK now have an alternative to injections. Drugmakers are racing to expand use of these transformative medicines. The market is expected…

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Eli Lilly Wins Back CVS Health, Reverting Novo's Advantage

Eli Lilly and Company just secured a big win as it looks to expand GLP-1 access, mending its partnership with top pharmacy benefit manager CVS Health.

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Novo Nordisk uses AI to fast-track drug launches, expand India role

Novo Nordisk uses AI to fast-track drug launches, expand India role

Novo Nordisk is leveraging Artificial Intelligence to significantly speed up new drug launches. The company expects to cut down the time to market by as much as two-thirds. Its center in Bengaluru, India, is becoming crucial for global drug preparations.

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The Silver Lining of Last Week's Hims & Hers Earnings Miss

The Silver Lining of Last Week's Hims & Hers Earnings Miss

Hims & Hers plunged 23% after a major Q1 earnings miss, but long-term growth stays intact via its Novo Nordisk GLP-1 partnership and a late 2026 expansion.

Singapore Court of Appeal Notes No Finding of Fraud Against KBP or Dr. Huang; Dispute with Novo Nordisk Undergoing Arbitration Proceedings

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KBP Biosciences Pte. Ltd. (the "Company" or "KBP") today issued a statement addressing the decision by the Singapore Court of Appeal to maintain the temporary injunction against the Company and its founder, Dr. Huang Zhenhua ("Dr. Huang"), pending final resolution of the arbitration proceedings…

From Zepbound to Foundayo: Lilly's Latest Results Support Oral GLP-1 Outlook

From Zepbound to Foundayo: Lilly's Latest Results Support Oral GLP-1 Outlook

Eli Lilly just got more good news, posting promising results for its oral GLP-1 as the firm looks to unlock new sources of demand.

CEOs are getting ruthless about worker performance

CEOs are getting ruthless about worker performance

Corporate leaders are increasingly prioritizing results over employee comfort, with CEOs like Unilever's Fernando Fernandez demanding "volume growth, positive mix, consistent growth margin expansion." This shift towards "performance cultures" involves tougher accountability, potential layoffs, and a focus on tangible outcomes, signaling a departure from the more empathetic approach of the…

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Novo Nordisk A/S Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) said its first quarter of 2026 was marked by rapid uptake of its newly launched Wegovy pill in the U.S., continued expansion of its obesity franchise and a series of pipeline and regulatory milestones, even as adjusted sales declined because of lower realized prices. Chi

Eli Lilly halts India obesity awareness campaign after regulatory scrutiny, seeks rules clarity

Eli Lilly halts India obesity awareness campaign after regulatory scrutiny, seeks rules clarity

Eli Lilly halted its obesity awareness campaign in India. The nation's drug regulator cautioned the company about potential violations. The campaign aimed to reframe obesity as a chronic disease. It featured various media without naming specific products. Lilly cited regulatory uncertainty and conflicting guidance. The regulator's advisory prohibited indirect promotion…

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Mark Zuckerberg backed-Cellular Intelligence acquires Novo Nordisk's Parkinson's cell therapy

Last October, Novo Nordisk had shut down its cell therapy unit as part of a broader restructuring, discontinuing development ‌of ⁠the therapy.

What the FDA's Latest Proposal Means for Lilly, Novo, and Hims

The FDA's latest proposal would be a win for Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, while Hims & Hers Health would also garner indirect benefits.

Evening Standard

Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk boosted by successful weight loss pill launch

The launch in January came amid a battle in the market with Mounjaro manufacturer Eli Lilly.

The Independent UK

Novo Nordisk shares soar as sales of Wegovy weight loss pill smash forecasts

The launch in January came amid a battle in the market with Mounjaro manufacturer Eli Lilly

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Amazon Takes a Bite Out of Hims: What Its GLP-1 Entrance Means

Amazon is stepping into the GLP-1 arena, with the consumer giant positioning itself as a competitor to Hims & Hers Health. Hims may have a problem on its hands.

Nuclear, Pharma & Travel Buybacks: Confident or Cautious Signals?

Nuclear, pharma, and travel giants just made significant buyback announcements. However, not all of these are as confidence-inspiring as they may seem.

Novo Nordisk Just Announced Wegovy Subscriptions. Does That Make NVO Stock a Buy?

Wegovy subscriptions may create interest, but there is a major threat looming for Novo Nordisk.

Eli Lilly’s Employer Push Could Unlock New GLP-1 Demand

Eli Lilly is launching Employer Connect to expand Zepbound access while its oral GLP-1 orforglipron just topped Novo Nordisk's Rybelsus in a head-to-head trial.

The Guardian - UK

Wegovy and Ozempic owner dealt blow as next-gen weight-loss drug is labelled ‘obsolete’

Novo Nordisk’s shares fall sharply after testing of CagriSema falls short of investors’ expectations

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Weight-loss race: how switch from injections to pills is expanding big pharma’s hopes

Tablets could make treatment more mainstream, with sector predicted to be worth $200bn by end of the decade

The Independent UK

Hims & Hers drops plan for knockoff of Novo Nordisk's new Wegovy weight loss pill

Telehealth company Hims & Hers dropped its plan to offer a knockoff version of the weight-loss pill Wegovy on Saturday — two days after it announced the new drug

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