Investing.com - Merck KGaA reported on Friday second quarter earnings that beat analysts' forecasts and revenue that topped expectations.
Merck KGaA announced earnings per share of €2.64 on revenue of €5.57B. Analysts polled by Investing.com anticipated EPS of €2.51 on revenue of €5.42B.
Merck KGaA shares are down 26.38% from the beginning of the year and are trading at €173.93 , down-from-52-week-high.They are under-performing the EUR/USD which is down 0% from the start of the year.
Merck KGaA follows other major Healthcare sector earnings this month
Merck KGaA's report follows an earnings missed by Spire Healthcare on Thursday, who reported EPS of €-0 on revenue of €596.2M, compared to forecasts EPS of €2.80 on revenue of €590.80M.
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