Thursday, 25 October 2012
As expected, the revenue decline in the third quarter reflected the ongoing effect from the loss of exclusivity on several brands. Continued disciplined management of operating expenses and proceeds from the sale of Nexium OTC rights mitigated the impact of the revenue decline on Core operating profit. Financial targets for full year unchanged.
Third quarter and nine months results
Announced on Thursday 25 October 2012
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