AstraZeneca shares rise

AstraZeneca shares rise as China probe update reassures
AstraZeneca on Thursday said it could face a fine of up to $4.5 million in China over suspected unpaid import taxes, raising investor hopes that the impact of several probes in the country could be minor and leading its shares to rise about 5%.
AstraZeneca Could Pay $4.5 Million In China Scandal. Here's Why Shares Jumped.
AstraZeneca stock rose early Thursday after the drugmaker beat fourth-quarter earnings views and delivered upbeat guidance.
AstraZeneca’s shares rise as it addresses China investigation
In addition to the UK investment controversy, AstraZeneca is also dealing with legal challenges in China. The company confirmed that its Chinese business is under investigation for alleged unpaid import taxes on certain cancer drugs, including Imfinzi (durvalumab) and Imjudo (tremelimumab).
AstraZeneca shareholders say they need clarity on China investigations
AstraZeneca investors will look past another strong set of quarterly results on Thursday to focus on the main issue overhanging shares: an investigation of a top executive by authorities in China, one of its key markets.
AstraZeneca sales jump despite troubles in China
Sales in China fell 3 per cent during the quarter. AstraZeneca said this was mainly because the winter had been mild, causing a drop in sales of respiratory drugs used to treat viral infections. It also cited annual budget caps at Chinese hospitals.
AstraZeneca offers some reassurance on China challenges
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