Merck & Co. Inc.
MRKNYSETrackedESG Rated: 2/2 ProvidersMarket Data VerifiedHealth CarePharmaceuticalsMSCI: ASustainalytics: 18.8 · Low
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- Rated universe Carries an MSCI or Sustainalytics observation.
- ESG profile reviewed
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- Quote
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- How we rateProvider ratings are shown separately, never blended.
Market overview
Up+USD 0.80 (+0.54%) Day change
The market is closed. This is the last verified closing quote, not an intraday price.
- Open
- USD 148.06
- Previous close
- USD 147.98
- Day high
- USD 149.94
- Day low
- USD 147.48
- Volume
- 8,262,778
- Market cap
- USD 367,065,792,512
View Chart Data
| Date and time | Open | High | Low | Close | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 79.78 | USD 79.88 | USD 77.58 | USD 77.60 | 14,923,800 | |
| USD 87.51 | USD 88.30 | USD 87.03 | USD 88.00 | 7,226,600 | |
| USD 86.69 | USD 87.37 | USD 85.80 | USD 86.75 | 8,319,600 | |
| USD 100.73 | USD 105.84 | USD 100.71 | USD 105.66 | 22,225,500 | |
| USD 98.44 | USD 99.14 | USD 97.58 | USD 99.01 | 11,808,200 | |
| USD 106.85 | USD 107.59 | USD 106.43 | USD 106.62 | 8,086,900 | |
| USD 108.97 | USD 111.23 | USD 107.95 | USD 111.01 | 11,964,600 | |
| USD 108.59 | USD 110.54 | USD 107.95 | USD 110.27 | 19,060,600 | |
| USD 121.50 | USD 123.33 | USD 121.03 | USD 121.41 | 10,102,300 | |
| USD 119.67 | USD 120.97 | USD 118.61 | USD 119.83 | 9,334,100 | |
| USD 115.06 | USD 115.56 | USD 113.35 | USD 114.50 | 6,736,300 | |
| USD 120.37 | USD 121.65 | USD 119.22 | USD 120.87 | 6,387,900 | |
| USD 119.15 | USD 119.36 | USD 116.75 | USD 117.10 | 7,392,000 | |
| USD 113.67 | USD 114.07 | USD 112.83 | USD 113.15 | 7,910,400 | |
| USD 112.56 | USD 115.10 | USD 112.13 | USD 114.24 | 7,555,400 | |
| USD 117.16 | USD 120.55 | USD 117.09 | USD 120.26 | 15,933,900 | |
| USD 113.97 | USD 115.63 | USD 113.00 | USD 115.48 | 10,521,200 | |
| USD 128.34 | USD 128.99 | USD 125.14 | USD 125.99 | 7,910,200 | |
| USD 127.82 | USD 131.04 | USD 127.82 | USD 130.48 | 8,531,300 | |
| USD 127.84 | USD 128.75 | USD 126.68 | USD 128.58 | 7,347,500 | |
| USD 149.12 | USD 154.49 | USD 148.59 | USD 152.55 | 15,976,200 | |
| USD 151.00 | USD 156.92 | USD 150.66 | USD 156.45 | 14,005,100 | |
| USD 148.41 | USD 149.60 | USD 146.28 | USD 148.46 | 11,187,000 | |
| USD 148.17 | USD 151.46 | USD 147.90 | USD 147.98 | 10,312,300 |
Company Profile & Business Model Overview
Merck & Co. Inc. is a leading company in its sector with strong market presence and growth prospects.
Sustainability Strengths & Catalysts (Pros)
- Diversified global health care company with strong research & development capabilities
- Leading position in the vaccine market with blockbuster products such as Gardasil 9
- A strong commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues
Material Risks & Governance Concerns (Cons)
- The company is highly dependent on patented drugs, which are subject to generic competition
- Merck has been involved in several major litigation cases in recent years
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ESG & Sustainability Rating Breakdown
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Audited Methodology
MSCI ESG industry rating benchmark.
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Data integrity and methodology
MSCI and Sustainalytics ratings are shown separately with their own observation dates; they are not blended into one score, and providers can disagree. Market quotes are delayed or last-close values, and every snapshot states its source and observation time. Read the full rating methodology.
Financial & Valuation Fundamentals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers on sustainability scores, risk methodologies, and peer rankings.
What is Merck & Co. Inc. (MRK)'s ESG rating and sustainability score?
Merck & Co. Inc. (MRK) currently holds an MSCI ESG rating of A and a Sustainalytics ESG Risk Score of 18.8 (Audited Risk Band). Ratings evaluate environmental emissions, labor standards, board independence, and regulatory compliance.
Is Merck & Co. Inc. considered an ESG leader or laggard in Health Care?
Merck & Co. Inc. is classified as an Average ESG performer by MSCI with a A rating, indicating performance in line with mainstream sector peers with opportunities for further disclosure and risk management.
What are the main ESG risks and controversies for Merck & Co. Inc.?
Key material risks for Merck & Co. Inc. include: The company is highly dependent on patented drugs, which are subject to generic competition; Merck has been involved in several major litigation cases in recent years. Investors should evaluate whether corporate mitigation plans adequately address these vulnerabilities.
How does The Impact Investor evaluate ESG stock profiles?
The Impact Investor presents audited third-party ratings from MSCI and Sustainalytics alongside delayed market data and financial fundamentals. We do not blend ratings into proprietary black-box scores, and ratings are never modified by advertising or affiliate relationships.