Merck eyes growth beyond Keytruda with PAH drug Winrevair, aiming to offset the looming loss of exclusivity in 2028.
Dividend Yield Theory identifies Merck & Co., Inc. as undervalued, with a 4.09% yield well above its historical mean, suggesting strong total return potential. Despite Keytruda's looming patent expiration and political headwinds, Merck's robust pipeline and adaptability offer a credible path to future growth. DYT analysis projects a 42%-83% total return over four years, with Merck meeting or exceeding most fundamental quality metrics.
Merck (MRK) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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Merck & Co., Inc.'s heavy reliance on Keytruda continues to grow, with the drug nearing 50% of total sales and limited growth from other products. Valuation has become attractive after a significant share price pullback, now trading at just 10x adjusted earnings and offering a 4% dividend yield. Despite expensive M&A and some new product launches, non-Keytruda sales remain flat, highlighting the urgent need for diversification.
Although Merck (NYSE:MRK) is confronted with the unavoidable Keytruda patent cliff in 2028, the company is strategically positioning itself for further growth by diversifying and expanding its pipeline. Earlier this month, we highlighted how Keytruda is a ticking time bomb for Merck stock.
Merck (MRK) closed the most recent trading day at $78.83, moving 1.05% from the previous trading session.
Merck's growing pipeline, with nearly 20 new launches ahead, is set to reshape its portfolio as Keytruda's 2028 patent expiry nears.
MRK breaks above its 50-day average but near-term headwinds and weak China sales challenge the bullish case.
Merck's Winrevair meets goal in a phase III study in newly diagnosed PAH patients, showing strong efficacy.
Merck (MRK) closed at $79.29 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.29% move from the prior day.