Kenneth Frazier, one of America’s leading Black CEOs, has seen his investment in Merck & Co. increase by more than $7.4 million as the company’s stock price has risen recently. This increase has boosted his holdings above $90 million.
Former CEO and executive chairman of Merck & Co., Frazier’s stake in the New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company has surged by $7.41 million in the last 13 days to $93.05 million, indicating heightened investor interest.
Frazier’s investment in the leading pharmaceutical business increased by $7.4 million after a decline of $6.4 million from Feb. 23 to Mar. 15.
Merck & Co. Inc., a New Jersey-based healthcare firm established in 1891, provides health solutions through prescription medications, vaccines, biologics, animal health, and consumer products.
The company’s share price on the New York Stock Exchange has increased by 8.65% since March 18, from $121.44 to $131.95. This upward trend has increased the company’s market capitalization above $330 billion, resulting in enormous returns for investors such as Frazier.
Kenneth Frazier, a renowned Black CEO in the United States, owns a 0.028 percent investment in Merck & Co., which is currently worth more than $90 million.
The market value of Frazier’s Merck & Co. shareholding has risen by $7.41 million in the last 14 days, from $85.64 million on March 18 to $93.05 million at the time of writing.
The recent increase in Merck & Co.’s stock price reflects Frazier’s continuous presence as a stakeholder, as well as the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainable healthcare solutions, all of which continue to draw investors.