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CLAIM #43643 · Merck & Company Inc (MRK) · 2026Q1 earnings call · Apr 30, 2026 · due Oct 30, 2027

Looking ahead, we continue to expect a particularly robust period of Phase III data readouts from novel candidates over the next 18 months.

Rob Davis · CEO

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graded after results covering Oct 30, 2027 are reported

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Look at: Number of Phase III clinical trial data readouts for novel candidates announced by the company

It came true if: Company announces/discloses multiple (>=3) Phase III readouts for novel candidates within the 18-month window

Where: Company press releases, quarterly earnings calls, and pipeline updates (10-Q/10-K disclosures)

In context

ur planned acquisition of Terns Pharmaceuticals with its promising candidate for certain patients with chronic myeloid leukemia is another example of our science-led business development strategy in action. TERN-701 has the potential to be a best-in-class therapy in a disease where there is an opportunity to further improve depth and duration of response for patients. Given the substantial unmet need for additional options, we believe TERN-701 has multibillion-dollar commercial potential and will be a significant driver of growth in the next decade. This transaction demonstrates our disciplined approach to pursuing business development when compelling science and value align. And we are confident in our belief that TERN-701 can benefit patients while generating value for our shareholders. Looking ahead, we continue to expect a particularly robust period of Phase III data readouts from novel candidates over the next 18 months. Our portfolio is undergoing a meaningful transformation to one with a rapidly expanding and diversified set of growth drivers. We're in the midst of initial launches of over 20 new products, almost all of which have blockbuster potential across a broad set of therapeutic areas. To move with the speed and precision this opportunity demands, we announced an evolution of our commercial operating structure. Our new business unit model, organized around products in therapeutic areas is built to drive accountability, sharpen focus and increase agility, ensuring that every part of our commercial organization delivers on the promise of our pipeline for patients. We're pleased to welcome Brian Ford to our executive team to lead our new specialty, pharma and infectious diseases business unit. While

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SEC filings for MRK · Claim quote is verbatim from the 2026Q1 earnings call.