Bayer Bullish On Consumer Health’s Prospects Despite ‘Challenging’ 2018
Executive Summary
Notwithstanding a particularly difficult 2018, Bayer Consumer Health still has "one of the best brand portfolios," and can continue to compete with the market leaders, says CEO Werner Baumann. Consumer Health struggled particularly in the US and Europe in the 12 months, with the majority of its leading brands recording poor performances.
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