Lundbeck Eyes US, China Investment as Drug Rewards Lag in Europe

Denmark raised its economic growth forecast for this year, citing strong pharmaceutical sector sales as the key driver. The government highlighted companies such as H. Lundbeck A/S as helping the economy avoid an abrupt slowdown. The development is modestly positive for Danish GDP outlook and should support domestic pharma equities, but is unlikely to materially move broader markets.

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Denmark raised its economic growth forecast for this year, citing strong pharmaceutical sector sales as the key driver. The government highlighted companies such as H. Lundbeck A/S as helping the economy avoid an abrupt slowdown. The development is modestly positive for Danish GDP outlook and should support domestic pharma equities, but is unlikely to materially move broader markets.