Vibha provides news and analysis for Pink Sheet and Scrip on a broad range of subjects related to companies, including deals, strategy, regulation and policy. Her multimedia content including infographics and podcasts have helped her win internal awards. She brings her education in business management and experience as a senior journalist for AFX-Asia to bear in spotting trends. As an attendee and panelist at conferences, she strives to bring unique insights to the audience. In her spare time, she enjoys travel, photography and blogging.

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US-India Trade Deal : Generics Dance Goes On, Oil Prices To Be Watched

The US-India dance on pharma goes on as they announce a trade deal framework that continues to exempt generics from the reduced 18% tariffs till a “negotiated outcome” is reached post a Sec. 232 investigation. However, oil imports from US could increase costs for Indian pharma firms

US-India Trade Deal : Generics Dance Goes On, Oil Prices To Be Watched

The US-India dance on pharma goes on as they announce a trade deal framework that continues to exempt generics from the reduced 18% tariffs till a “negotiated outcome” is reached post a Sec. 232 investigation. However, oil imports from US could increase costs for pharma

Strides Pharma: US-Led Global Fund Cut Hurts; Greater Focus On Ex-US Markets

Strides Pharma aims for higher revenues from Canada and other ex-US markets while waiting for controlled substances to ramp up gradually under the leadership of ex-Apotex CEO Peter Hardwick. However, a cut in US funding for the Global Fund is hurting the company and its competitors.

Strides Pharma: US-Led Global Fund Cut Hurts; Greater Focus On Ex-US Markets

Strides Pharma aims for higher revenues from Canada and other ex-US markets while waiting for controlled substances to ramp up gradually under the leadership of ex-Apotex CEO Peter Hardwick. However, a cut in US funding for the Global Fund is hurting the company and its competitors.

EU-India FTA: Novel Drugs Cheaper, Will Novo Gain Edge Over Lilly?

Conclusion of India-EU talks sets ground for a free trade agreement to cut pharma tariffs, in turn lowering the cost for novel drugs like Novo’s obesity treatment Wegovy, though an investment protection agreement – likely influencing data exclusivity – will be concluded later.

India-EU Trade Deal: Lower Tariffs, Investment Protection Under Discussion

An India-EU trade deal sets ground for a free trade agreement to lower tariffs on pharma, though an investment protection agreement – likely influencing data exclusivity – will be concluded later. Will the US now reconsider its India tariffs?