Copenhagen, Sept 14, 2026 (AFP) - Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk slims down to 'Novo'

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Danish pharmaceuticals giant Novo Nordisk, maker of weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, announced Monday a name change to just Novo, hoping it will be more "memorable and relevant" for clients. The rebrand comes ahead of a strategic presentation on September 21, when executives are to lay out their plan for "a faster, more competitive and increasingly consumer-driven market". The company is battling fierce competition in the anti-obesity sector......

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