Bayer

Bayer

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-0.11 -55
Industry: Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Listing country: Germany
Year added: 2018

Founded in 1863 and headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, Bayer AG has grown to become a powerhouse in several business segments, including Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, Crop Science, and Animal Health. With a broad suite of products, Bayer's impact is felt worldwide, catering to the needs of diverse markets. In the Pharmaceutical segment, notable brands such as Xarelto, Eylea, Stivarga, Nexavar, and Betaferon/Betaseron have become essential in many medical treatments. The Consumer Health division offers well-known over-the-counter products, including the ubiquitous pain reliever Aspirin, Aleve for pain management, Claritin for allergy relief, Bepanthen/Bepanthol for skin care, and the foot care brand Dr. Scholl’s. Bayer’s expertise in agriculture is evident in its Crop Science division, which boasts a range of products like Roundup herbicide, Dekalb and Asgrow seeds, and Seminis vegetable seeds, each helping to support the productivity and sustainability of farming practices. The Animal Health segment provides products such as the Advantage range for flea and tick control, Seresto collars for parasite protection, and the dewormer Drontal for pets. Globally, Bayer has a significant presence, with key markets spanning the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, signifying its strategic international reach and the widespread demand for its diverse portfolio. (Powered by AI)

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An adverse event is an unfavourable experience linked with the use of medical products1. Adverse drug effect causes ~1.3 million (Mn) emergency visits each year, and ~350,000 patients are hospitalized for treatment after this event2.  Adverse even...

Christopher C. June 12th, 2023
42 ratings
Bayer

As per the ILO, to be gender-balanced, an organization needs 40-60% of either gender1;p12. A higher female labour-force participation rate predicts greater job satisfaction, more meaningful work, dedication, and fewer burnouts2.  Women’s underre...

David E. March 24th, 2023
36 ratings
Bayer

75% of poor people are agriculture workers2. 84% of global farmers are smallholders, living on $2/day15,16. Rising seed prices—+30% yearly—have intensified the economic burden on smallholder farmers3;p212. In 2017, corn farmers spent 15% of th...

Shahnaz S. June 14th, 2023
52 ratings
Bayer

Approximately 2.3 million (Mn) people die globally due to occupational injuries annually1. Out of the total deaths, 28%, equivalent to 651,279 fatalities, can be attributed to hazardous substances1. Therefore chemical companies pose a risk for inj...

Kithembe M. May 31st, 2022
18 ratings
Bayer

Pesticides are toxic for organisms like birds, fish, and pollinating insects1. Neonicotinoids are a class of contentious pesticides that are used on more than 140 diverse crops and are injurious to bees2, and 49 species of aquatic insects4. Approx...

Shahnaz S. March 5th, 2025
92 ratings
Bayer

Diseases are leading causes of death globally1. There were 55.4 Mn deaths worldwide in 2019, and diseases were responsible for 74% of them1. According to the WHO, 2 Bn people lack access to essential medicines2;p8. The pharmaceutical industry play...

Sandhyani S. October 13th, 2021
24 ratings
Bayer

Around $ 10 billion worth drugs are discarded due to expiry issues every year4. When extending the shelf life of 3000 batches of medications, 88% were found valid for use after the expiration date1. Extending shelf-life reduces disposal, health ca...

Harihar K. October 13th, 2020
36 ratings

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