Germany’s Bayer said its Consumer Health business grew faster than the global market in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic drove up demand for its nutritional products.
Demand For Supplements Helps Bayer Outpace Global Market In 2020
Enjoying a 5% sales rise, Bayer Consumer Health grew faster than the global market last year, with the company keen to repeat the performance in 2021.

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