Novo Nordisk goes direct to consumer with Wegovy. What it means for obesity rival Eli Lilly

Shares of Eli Lilly rose Wednesday despite its rival's announcement.

CNBC - 14h

Novo Nordisk slashes Wegovy prices through direct-to-consumer pharmacy

Pharmaceutical manufacturer Novo Nordisk on Wednesday announced it will be offering a direct-to-patient program for uninsured and underinsured individuals to be able to pay cash for its weight loss ...

The Hill - 13h

Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices, following similar move by Zepbound-maker Eli Lilly

Makers of the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound are cutting prices for people without insurance

ABC News - 14h

Novo Nordisk offers Wegovy for less than half the price through new direct-to-consumer pharmacy

The pharmacy, called NovoCare, will allow patients to pay $499 in cash per month for the blockbuster weight loss drug.

CNBC - 14h

Shortage of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Ozempic drugs is resolved, FDA says

The FDA's decision will threaten the ability of compounding pharmacies to make far cheaper, unbranded versions of the injections over the next few months.

CNBC - Feb. 21

From pills to new uses, here's what Eli Lilly’s top scientist sees as the future of weight loss drugs

Eli Lilly Chief Scientific Officer Dan Skovronsky spoke to CNBC about obesity pills and more on the future of weight loss.

CNBC - Feb. 20

What tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could mean for consumers

President Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on nearly all goods imported from Canada and Mexico is set to take effect Tuesday. The president also plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on ...

CBS News - 2d

Eli Lilly plans at least $27 billion in new U.S. manufacturing investments

It comes as companies work to build goodwill with Trump, who has emphasized reshoring manufacturing to the U.S. and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.

CNBC - Feb. 26

Is the Future of the Creator Economy Direct-to-Consumer?

Confusion surrounding the TikTok ban last month has pushed creators to seek more stable ways to earn.

Inc. - Feb. 21

Novo Nordisk shares are rallying as Hims & Hers’ stock falters. An Ozempic alternative won’t be available for long.

Novo Nordisk shares rallied on Tuesday as a maker of a weight-loss drug alternative confirmed it won’t be selling it for much longer.

MarketWatch - Feb. 25

Eli Lilly is selling higher-dose vials of Zepbound at a lower price to boost weight loss drug access

Eli Lilly is offering higher-dose vials through its direct-to-consumer website, LillyDirect, which started offering lower doses in vials in August.

CNBC - Feb. 25

Eli Lilly cuts price of weight-loss drug Zepbound as competition heats up

The drug company is calling on insurers and federal programs to cover obesity as a chronic disease.

MarketWatch - Feb. 26

Eli Lilly unveils $27bn US investment as corporate America seeks to woo Trump

Pharmaceutical industry hopes to ward off growing tariff threat

Financial Times - Feb. 26

Eli Lilly to spend up to $27 billion in new domestic plants amid Trump tariff threat

Drugmaker Eli Lilly plans to invest up to $27 billion to build four new pharmaceutical manufacturing sites in the U.S., the company announced Wednesday, a move that comes as President Trump is ...

The Hill - Feb. 26

Eli Lilly to spend $27 billion to expand U.S. manufacturing with four new sites

Eli Lilly & Co.’s stock rose 1.6% Wednesday, after the drug company announced plans to expand its U.S. manufacturing sites by adding four more locations this year, along with 13,000 high-wage jobs.

MarketWatch - Feb. 26

Eli Lilly's stock recovery chugs along, and Amazon's AI strategy adds a new pillar

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

CNBC - Feb. 26

What Trump's tariffs mean for you

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump's new tariffs could boost prices, derail stocks Many businesses and market ...

The Hill - 1d

What the End of the Penny Means for Business

It’s time to reconsider your pricing strategy.

Inc. - 20h

Trump tariffs will mean higher prices for consumers, retailers say

Retailers including Best Buy and Target are warning that Trump administration tariffs will force them to hike their prices.

CBS News - 10h

What the German election result means for Europe

Also in this newsletter: Emmanuel Macron tries to woo Trump

Financial Times - Feb. 24

What it means for Pope Francis to still be in ‘critical’ condition

A statement from The Vatican said that Pope Francis is still in critical condition though he showed slight improvement. NBC News’ Claudio Lavanga and Dr. John Torres report on the assessment of ...

NBC News - Feb. 24

What Germany’s Election Result Means for Its Economy

The next German government faces calls to loosen borrowing rules, slash energy costs and spur innovation. It won’t be easy.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

What Germany's election results mean for the U.S.

Germans delivered a major election win for their conservative party Sunday. Tim Ross, chief political correspondent in Europe and the U.K. for Politico, joins "America Decides" to examine what the ...

CBS News - Feb. 24

What Trump’s Deportation Plans Mean for Central America

Deporting migrants to Central American countries removes many political and legal hurdles for the Trump administration. How far can the practice go before these nations reach a breaking point?

The New York Times - Feb. 25

What the German election result means for green policy

Also in today’s newsletter, will Big Pharma pay into the UN’s new biodiversity fund?

Financial Times - Feb. 26

What Trump’s closer ties to Russia mean for China

Rapprochement with Moscow over war in Ukraine serves Beijing’s aim of multipolar world order

Financial Times - Feb. 27

What possible compounded semaglutide ban means for patients

The FDA declared the shortage of Novo Nordisk's weight-loss drugs over, giving compounders until May to stop making alternatives. An industry group representing compounders is suing. Dr. Angela ...

CBS News - 6d

Inflation Is Rising. What Will That Mean for Trump’s Tariffs?

Consumer sentiment has turned south as high prices weigh on households. Could that crimp big pieces of the president’s economic agenda, including tariffs?

The New York Times - 5d

What record levels of uncertainty mean for the stock market

It’s not always a bad thing.

MarketWatch - 2d

What Trump’s aid freeze means for Ukraine war

President Trump’s freeze on U.S. aid going to Ukraine threatens to create severe problems for Kyiv in its war against Russia, leaving the country more vulnerable to aerial attacks on population ...

The Hill - 21h

What will Labour’s leasehold alternative mean for homeowners?

Plans to revamp ‘commonhold’ ownership were announced by the UK government this week — but what is commonhold?

Financial Times - 21h

Behind the curtain: what really goes on in theatre dressing rooms?

Ahead of next month’s Olivier awards, photographer David Levene reveals the secrets of life backstage in London’s West End, capturing the likes of Steve Coogan, Vanessa Williams, Paapa Essiedu and ...

The Guardian - 4d

What does DOGE's IRS shake-up mean for tax season?

DOGE wants access to filers’ data, and the commerce secretary says Trump wants to scrap the IRS. But filing a return remains mandatory — the earlier the better, tax advisers say.

NBC News - Feb. 20

What Do the Mass IRS Layoffs Mean for Your Business Tax Filings?

The IRS just laid off at least 6,000 employees, which could lead to slower processing times–or lax enforcement.

Inc. - Feb. 21

What Would Trump Taking Control of the USPS Mean for You?

Some reports say Trump plans to take control of the USPS, possibly to privatize it. Here’s what that could mean for businesses and consumers.

Inc. - Feb. 21

What Alphabet's plan to launch a lower-price YouTube product means for the stock

The emphasis on YouTube subscriptions is a key part of the Alphabet story as it diversifies the company away from advertising.

CNBC - Feb. 22

The big idea: what do we really mean by free speech?

Social media bosses are suddenly all for it, but can we take their enthusiasm at face value?. Free speech is in permacrisis – or so some would have you believe. Complaints that freedom of speech is ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Here's what upcoming budget negotiations may mean for Social Security

Benefit cuts are off the table for now in upcoming budget negotiations, experts say. But the agency may continue to struggle with customer service woes.

CNBC - Feb. 25

What Apple pulling Advanced Data Protection means for you

The tech giant's decision has prompted questions and concerns about reduced protections for UK iCloud users.

BBC News - Feb. 26

What FDA's cancelled meeting means for updated flu vaccine, public health

The Food and Drug Administration has canceled an annual advisers meeting to weigh in on yearly updates to the flu vaccine, raising some experts' concerns about next year's shot. CBS News chief ...

CBS News - 6d

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