Merck & Co. Overview

Company: Merck & Co.
CEO: Robert Davis
Founded: Jan 1, 1891
Symbol: MRK
Exchange: NYSE
Industry: Drug Manufacturers - General
Sector: Healthcare
About

Merck & Co. is a global healthcare leader with operations spanning two core divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Animal Health. The Pharmaceutical segment is dedicated to human health, offering a broad spectrum of medicinal products. These cover crucial therapeutic areas such as oncology, acute hospital care, immunology, neuroscience, virology, cardiovascular conditions, and diabetes. This division also develops vital preventive vaccines for pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations. Meanwhile, the Animal Health segment focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of veterinary medications, vaccines, and comprehensive health management solutions for animals. This division further provides innovative digital products designed for animal identification, traceability, and continuous monitoring. Merck's extensive clientele encompasses drug wholesalers, pharmacies, hospitals, and government agencies. It also serves managed healthcare organizations,luding health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and pharmacy benefit managers, as well as various other institutional clients. Additionally, the company supplies products to individual physicians and their distributors, veterinarians, and livestock producers. The organization actively engages in strategic collaborations with companies such as AstraZeneca PLC, Bayer AG, Eisai Co., Ltd., Ridgeback Biotherapeutics, and Gilead Sciences These partnerships are specifically aimed at the joint development and commercialization of prolonged-acting therapies for HIV. Established in 1891, Merck & Co. maintains its corporate headquarters in Kenilworth, New Jersey.

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Merck & Co. (MRK)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Merck & Co. founded?

Merck & Co. was founded on Jan 1, 1891, which makes the company 135 years old.

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Who is the CEO of Merck & Co.?

Robert Davis is the CEO of Merck & Co..

What industry and sector is Merck & Co. in?

Merck & Co. operates in the Drug Manufacturers - General industry and the Healthcare sector.

What are Merck & Co.'s CIK, SIC, and ISIN codes?

  • CIK (Central Index Key): 0000310158
  • SIC (Standard Industrial Classification): 2834
  • ISIN (International Securities Identification Number): US58933Y1055

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How many employees does Merck & Co. have?

Merck & Co. has 75,000 employees.

What is the revenue of Merck & Co.?

In fiscal year 2025, Merck & Co. generated a revenue of $65.01 Billion.

What is the net income of Merck & Co.?

In fiscal year 2025, Merck & Co. reported a net income of $18.25 Billion.

What is Merck & Co.'s biggest product segment?

Pharmaceutical segment is Merck & Co.'s biggest product segment, representing 89.43% of its total revenue.

When was Merck & Co. listed on the stock exchange?

Merck & Co. went public on Jan 13, 1978, through its Initial Public Offering (IPO), and it has been 48 years since then.

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What is the ticker symbol of Merck & Co., and where is it listed?

Merck & Co.'s ticker symbol is MRK, and the company is listed on the NYSE stock market exchange.

What is Merck & Co.'s current stock price?

Merck & Co.'s current stock price is $115.25 as of Jun 17, 2026.

What is Merck & Co.'s market capitalization?

As of , Merck & Co.'s market cap is .

What is Merck & Co.'s ranking in the world?

Ranked #6among 2,804 companies based on market cap.

Who are the top competitors of Merck & Co.?

Competitors of Merck & Co. include Eli Lilly and Company, Johnson & Johnson and AbbVie, and more.