Johnson & Johnson clears a few hurdles, but Wall Street focuses on weak guidance

Johnson & Johnson’s stock dropped more than 3% Wednesday after the medical-technology and drug company beat estimates for the fourth quarter but as lower sales guidance for the year stoked fears of tougher times ahead.

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Johnson & Johnson clears a few hurdles, but Wall Street focuses on weak guidance

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