Staying the course 

Even in economically difficult times, we have stayed the course. Two important factors are to thank for this:

With our strategy “Sustain. Change. Grow.” we are exploiting opportunities and protecting ourselves against risks. This is because we derive our power to grow from the balance between the well established and the new, between tradition and innovation, between Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals. Our pioneering spirit in research and our experience enable us to develop products that improve quality of life.

Our ability to succeed on course has a great deal to do with the corporate culture for which Merck stands. We are convinced that our values pave the way for our success. Courage, achievement, responsibility, respect, integrity and transparency are our compass when it comes to our financial and social actions.

Merck’s development over its 340-year history shows that we identify strongly with these strengths. And it gives us every confidence to further strengthen the value and performance of our company in the future. Merck is staying the course – even in economically difficult times.