Why Pfizer's 2026 Guidance Miss Is 'Not A Major Surprise'

BREAKING: 64,000 Jobs Added In November, Jobless Rate Up TooPfizer (PFE) issued a light outlook for 2026 on Tuesday, missing Wall Street's earnings forecast following a suite of acquisitions. Pfizer stock slipped in morning trades. Leerink Partners analyst David Risinger says it's "not a major surprise." Pfizer spent $10 billion to acquire obesity drugmaker Metsera after a bidding war with Novo Nordisk (NVO). It has also signed a handful… 12/09/2025 In a post-Metsera world, Structure Therapeutics could be the next big takeover candidate, analysts said Tuesday. 12/09/2025 In a post-Metsera world, Structure Therapeutics could be the next... In the wrong hands, quantum computing could undo cryptocurrency security features. (© Gary Neill)Get instant access to exclusive stock lists, expert market analysis and powerful tools with 2 months of IBD Digital for only $20!Get market updates, educational videos, webinars, and stock analysis.Learn how you can make more money with IBD's investing tools, top-performing stock lists, and educational content.Information in Investor’s Business Daily is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, recommendation, solicitation, or rating to buy or sell securities. The information has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but we make no guarantee as to its accuracy, timeliness, or suitability, including with respect to information that appears in closed captioning. Historical investment performances are no indication or guarantee of future success or performance. Authors/presenters may own the stocks they discuss. We make no representations or warranties regarding the advisability of investing in any particular securities or utilizing any specific investment strategies. Information is subject to change without notice. For information on use of our services, please see our Terms of Use.*Real-time prices by Nasdaq Last Sale. Real-time quote and/or trade prices are not sourced from all markets. Ownership data provided by LSEG and Estimate data provided by FactSet.IBD, IBD Digital, IBD Live, IBD Weekly, Investor's Business Daily, Leaderboard, MarketDiem, MarketSurge and other marks are trademarks owned by Investor's Business Daily, LLC.©2025 Investor’s Business Daily, LLC.

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