The Japanese pharmaceutical industry, a vital component of global innovation, faces a talent gap that resonates across multinational corporations. While Japan possesses a wealth of highly skilled professionals, a notable communication disparity impedes recruitment and career advancement, particularly in global…
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Eisai Sees Brisk Sales of Global Brands, but Earnings Slump on One-Off Factors
Eisai logged lower profits on lower revenue in the first half of FY2019, weighed by a pullback from a year ago, when it received a hefty milestone payment tied to Lenvima (lenvatinib), as well as its generic divestment. However, these…
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