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Novartis AG is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland, specializing in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a broad range of pharmaceutical products. The company's core business is centered around patented prescription medicines in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, immunology, neuroscience, and ophthalmology. Formed in 1996 from the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, Novartis operates in over 150 countries worldwide. Its strategic positioning is reinforced by significant investments in research and development, supporting a robust pipeline of innovative therapies. The company is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and emphasizes its competitive strength through advanced research capabilities and a diverse product portfolio.

Johnson & Johnson is the world's largest and most diverse healthcare firm. It has two divisions: innovative medicine and medtech. These now represent all of the company's sales following the divestment of the consumer business, Kenvue, in 2023. After restructurings in 2023-24, the drug division focuses on three main therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, and neurology. Geographically, just over half of total revenue is generated in the United States.