Novo Nordisk, GoodRx and Ozempic
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GoodRx (GDRX) shares soared nearly 50% on Monday after announcing a GLP-1 partnership with the Danish pharmaceutical behemoth Novo Nordisk (NVO). In a press release this morning, the Nasdaq-listed firm said “all strengths of Ozempic and Wegovy pens are now available to eligible self-paying patients for $499-per-month through GoodRx.
Shares of Novo Nordisk ( NVO 4.81%), the Danish pharmaceuticals company famed for Ozempic and Wegovy weight loss drugs, jumped 5% through 9:55 a.m. ET Monday on a series of positive announcements for its GLP-1 products.
GoodRx is joining the GLP-1 action with an announcement Monday to begin selling both of Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy, at a cash price of $499 per month.
Interestingly, Wall Street firms largely believe the former will playout in the long run. According to The Wall Street Journal, the consensus rating on Goodrx Holdings currently sits at “overweight” with price targets going as high as $7.0, indicating potential “upside” of another 35% from here.
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GoodRx shares are pulling back Tuesday morning. The stock had jumped over 30% Monday after the company announced a new partnership with Novo Nordisk.
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