Merck & Co.

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Merck & Co. is a research-intensive biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative health solutions to prevent and treat diseases in humans and animals. It uses leading-edge science to improve lives worldwide.

Positive signals

Merck & Co., Inc. achieved an A- score for climate action from CDP in 2023, indicating strong performance in managing and reporting greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related risks.

Merck & Co., Inc. has been recognized for maintaining or exceeding its employee inclusion and engagement index scores through 2025, reflecting a sustained commitment to diversity and employee well-being.

Sustainalytics rates Merck & Co., Inc. as having a low ESG risk with an ESG Risk Rating of 15.5 in 2024, recognizing the company as a top performer in managing material ESG issues relevant to the pharmaceuticals industry.

Concerns

Failure to meet revenue expectations for Gardasil

Securities law violations related to revenue forecasts

According to Sustainalytics, Merck & Co., Inc. has faced a 'High' controversy rating within the last three years, indicating significant ESG-related incidents or risks that have impacted its overall ESG risk assessment.

Failure to meet revenue expectations leading to stock price decline

Securities law violations related to revenue forecasts for Gardasil