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In his first major move since taking the helm of Novo Nordisk last month, Mike Doustdar, President and CEO, announced a restructuring plan as the company lowers its sales & profit outlook. What’s behind the move?

Strong growth is projected for the injectables drugs market, and CDMOs/CMOS are expanding sterile manufacturing & fill–finish capacity. DCAT Value Chain Insights rounds up the latest expansions.

With new CEO Maziar Mike Doustdar taking the helm, Novo Nordisk is looking to expand its obesity franchise, with an oral version of it blockbuster weight-loss drug, Wegovy (semaglutide). Will that be the key to changing the fortunes of the company?

What new products, recently or expected to launch in 2025, show blockbuster potential, and do their prospects still remain bright? DCAT Value Chain Insights takes an inside look at the companies & bio/pharmaceuticals rising to the top of the class.

The White House and European Commission have released further details on the recently agreed-to US-EU trade deal, including further details on tariffs on pharmaceuticals. What’s the bottom line for the pharma industry?

The White House released last week a list of major capital investments in the US for manufacturing, including from the pharmaceutical industry. A roundup of investments gaining attention and other moves thus far in 2025.

The potential of AI to transform business functions, including procurement, is strong, but where does it actually stand? A recent analysis by the business and technology consulting firm, Gartner, provides a reality check for current and future adoption.

FDA is seeking public comment through October 8 on how the US government can facilitate the onshoring of pharma manufacturing to the US. Also, President Donald Trump issues an Executive Order for stockpiling essential medicines in the US.

The US government will begin a coordinated wind-down of 22 mRNA vaccine-development projects, representing funding of $500 million. mRNA technology came into prominence as vaccines against COVID-19. What projects are affected?

What dosage forms are leading the way among new drug approvals thus far in 2025? DCAT Value Chain Insights examines the key trends and latest developments in drug delivery and drug-product development and manufacturing.