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Health · Drug development · published 2026-09-03 · via Endpoints News

Merck's Deal Chief Hints at Continued Acquisitions Ahead of Keytruda's Patent Expiry

Merck's CEO has been actively pursuing deals to strengthen its pipeline as the patent on its blockbuster drug Keytruda approaches expiration. The company's top dealmaker now signals that further mergers and acquisitions are likely on the horizon. This strategy aims to offset the expected revenue decline from Keytruda's loss of exclusivity.

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Merck's leadership is strategically pivoting its corporate focus toward replenishing its drug portfolio. The impending loss of market exclusivity for its top-selling oncology treatment creates a significant financial

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