Merck lowers profit outlook due to expected $200M tariff hit

  • Merck & Co Inc (NYSE:MRK, ETR:6MK) has lowered its full-year earnings forecast due to an expected $200 million hit from global tariffs, notably levies between the US and China. The company now expects 2025 earnings per share (EPS) in the range of $8.82 to $8.97, down from its prior forecast of $8.88 to $9.03.