Merck (MRK) Stock Dips on Earnings Beat — Will Pipeline Boost Spur a Rally?
Merck shares fell about 2% after hours Oct. 30 despite Q3 revenue of $17.28 billion and $2.58 adjusted EPS, both above estimates. Keytruda sales rose 10% to $8.1 billion. The company narrowed its 2025 sales outlook and raised profit guidance. Recent milestones include FDA approval of subcutaneous Keytruda and the $10 billion acquisition of Verona Pharma.