Bayer Beats The Market In 2021 And Has High Hopes For 2022

Bayer Consumer Health posted sales up 6.5% in 2021 as strong demand for supplements and successful launches helped it grow faster than the global market. The company believes it can deliver up to 5% sales growth in 2022 driven by the upcoming launch of Astepro Allergy in the US and the return of the cough & cold category.

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Strong demand for dietary supplements and successful launches of dermatology and pain products helped Bayer Consumer Health to grow faster than the market in 2021. And the company is bullish about repeating this feat in 2022 with sales growth expected to be driven by cough and cold products and the US launch of Astepro Allergy following its switch last year.

Bayer Consumer Health reported Consumer Health sales up by 6.5% – adjusted for currency and portfolio effects – to €5.29bn...

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