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novartis ag faces challenges as ub s downgrades outlook on pharmaceutical sales

Novartis AG is a leading global pharmaceutical company, with sales primarily in oncology (29.3%), immunology (18.5%), and cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases (17%). The company operates over 30 production sites worldwide, with sales distributed across Europe (30.9%), the USA (42%), and Asia-Africa-Australasia (20%). Additionally, 25.8% of sales come from contract manufacturing.

ubs downgrades novartis stock rating and lowers price target amid challenges

UBS has downgraded Novartis from Buy to Neutral, lowering the price target from CHF111 to CHF104, citing concerns over upcoming patent expirations that could slow growth. Despite a strong product portfolio and solid financial health, the company faces challenges that may impact its market performance by mid-2025. Additionally, Novartis is nearing EU antitrust approval for its $16.5 billion acquisition of Catalent, which could enhance its manufacturing capabilities.

ubs downgrades novartis shares amid patent expirations and market challenges

UBS has downgraded Novartis shares from Buy to Neutral, lowering the target price from CHF 111 to CHF 104, citing concerns over upcoming patent expirations that could slow growth. Despite a strong product portfolio and solid financial health, the company faces challenges that may impact its stock performance beyond mid-2025. Additionally, Novartis is nearing EU antitrust approval for its $16.5 billion acquisition of Catalent, which aims to enhance its manufacturing capabilities.

ubs downgrades novartis to neutral with price target of chf104

UBS analyst Matthew Weston has downgraded Novartis (NOVN:SW) (NYSE: NVS) from Buy to Neutral, setting a new price target of CHF 104.00. This change reflects a shift in the firm's outlook on the pharmaceutical giant as of February 13, 2025.

swiss bank shares face downgrades as UBS receives mixed analyst ratings

Swiss bank shares experienced mixed downgrades, with Deutsche Bank upgrading UBS to a BUY rating and a price target of CHF 37, while Kepler Cheuvreux downgraded Julius Baer to HOLD with a reduced target of CHF 58. The market showed slight gains for UBS and Novartis, while Landis+Gyr faced a significant drop following a profit warning.

global markets react to trade tensions and rising oil prices

US President Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, prompting countermeasures from the EU. While the currency market showed little reaction, gold prices surged amid rising fears of financial turmoil. Asian markets remained cautious, with expectations of a trade agreement between the US and China still high.

Swiss stock market dips as labor data and tech sector woes weigh down indices

The Swiss stock market experienced a slight decline, with the SMI closing 0.24% lower at 12,593.34 points, marking its first loss after six weeks of gains. Swisscom and Holcim saw gains amid merger rumors, while financial stocks like Julius Baer and Partners Group faced significant losses. The US labor market data influenced investor sentiment, with employment growth slightly below expectations but a drop in the unemployment rate to 4%.

Swiss stock market gains momentum led by UBS and Holcim shares

Swiss equities showed slight gains, with the SMI rising 0.4% to 12,624 points, supported by strong performances from Holcim (+3.7%) and UBS (+3.6%). Optimism among Swiss entrepreneurs and a positive impulse from the Bank of England contributed to the market's mood, despite losses in major pharmaceutical stocks Roche (-1.2%) and Novartis (-0.9%).

Swiss stock market maintains upward trend amid trade war concerns

The Swiss stock market maintained its upward momentum at midday, with the SMI up 0.44% as concerns over the US-China trade conflict lingered. UBS led gains at +1.9%, while Temenos rose 1.4% after selling its fund management unit. However, Leonteq faced an 8.4% drop following regulatory sanctions.
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