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INVESTING GLOBALLY & PROFITABLY

Why Japan and Europe matter for investors

These markets provide important currency diversification beyond the US

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    • Several pharmaceutical leaders including Novartis are approaching significant trial results and regulatory milestones that could reshape their earnings trajectories for years to come.
    • Several pharmaceutical leaders including Novartis are approaching significant trial results and regulatory milestones that could reshape their earnings trajectories for years to come. PHOTO: NOVARTIS

    Yeo Hui Shi

    Published Tue, Mar 3, 2026 · 05:42 PM

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