Novo Nordisk Adjusts 2025 Financial Outlook Amid Expanding US Market Presence

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Novo Nordisk, known for its innovative GLP-1 treatments, announced a reduction in its full-year sales and profit forecasts, attributing the adjustments to lower-than-expected penetration of branded GLP-1 treatments in the US, influenced by the rapid expansion of compounding alternatives. In the first quarter of 2025, Novo Nordisk reported a18% growth in sales, driven by a significant 22% increase in operating profit.

This performance underscores the company’s continued expansion in the US operations, which saw a 20% increase in sales. It was notably fueled by a 67% surge in obesity care revenue, highlighting the escalating demand for weight management solutions.

The company has recalibrated its 2025 outlook. Sales growth projections have been adjusted to 13-21%, down from the previously forecasted 16-24%. Similarly, operating profit growth expectations have been revised to 16-24%, a decrease from the initial range of 19-27%. These changes reflect the unforeseen challenges in the US market, particularly the impact of compounded GLP-1 products, which have affected the penetration rates of Novo Nordisk’s branded offerings.

With significant R&D initiatives and regulatory milestones, the company recently completed the REDEFINE 2 trial, showcasing the superior weight loss benefits of its next-generation obesity treatment, CagriSema. This treatment demonstrated a 15.7% weight reduction in adults with obesity or overweight conditions coupled with type 2 diabetes.

t. The company’s focus on pioneering breakthroughs and expanding access to its treatments aligns with a broader industry trend towards more personalized and effective healthcare solutions. While Novo Nordisk faces near-term hurdles, its strategic focus and pipeline of innovative treatments are expected to drive long-term growth and sustain its leadership in addressing some of the most pressing global health challenges.

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