Novo Nordisk Stock Is Shooting Higher Today - Here's Why
Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh
Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) released the results from the SELECT cardiovascular outcomes trial, which showed a 20% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) for people treated with semaglutide 2.4 mg compared to placebo. The trial enrolled 17,604 adults aged 45 years or older with overweight or obesity and established cardiovascular disease with no prior history of diabetes. Novo Nordisk expects to file for regulatory approvals of a label indication expansion for semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy) in the U.S. and the EU in 2023.

August 08, 2023 | 12:20 pm
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Novo Nordisk's successful trial results and plans for regulatory approvals for Wegovy could positively impact its stock price.
The successful trial results exceeded expectations, which could increase investor confidence in Novo Nordisk. The company's plans to file for regulatory approvals for Wegovy in the U.S. and EU could also open up new markets and increase sales, potentially leading to a rise in the stock price.
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