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In defense of Bugles
Jul 5, 2018

In defense of Bugles

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(U.S. Edition) British Prime Minister Theresa May is meeting with German Chancellor Angela Merkel for political support, given that the U.K. is unclear about how it'll leave the European Union. We'll break down some of the hurdles that Britain still has to tackle. Afterwards, we'll discuss how drug companies like Pfizer are still raising prices, despite the Trump administration's pledge to reduce them. Then finally, we'll chat with General Mills CEO Jeff Harmening about how the company is adapting to the changing food and retail landscape. Today's podcast is sponsored by Alliance for Lifetime Income (retireyourrisk.org/advisors) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (planetm.michiganbusiness.org). (07/05/2018) 

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The Trump administration wants drug companies to lower prices. This is what’s actually happening.

Jul 5, 2018
Pfizer recently raised the list prices for more than 40 of its prescription medications, including the pain med Lyrica. It’s the second time this year Pfizer has boosted list prices. The increases come at a time of increased public and political scrutiny over drug prices. Is Big Pharma not feeling the heat? Click the above […]

(U.S. Edition) British Prime Minister Theresa May is meeting with German Chancellor Angela Merkel for political support, given that the U.K. is unclear about how it’ll leave the European Union. We’ll break down some of the hurdles that Britain still has to tackle. Afterwards, we’ll discuss how drug companies like Pfizer are still raising prices, despite the Trump administration’s pledge to reduce them. Then finally, we’ll chat with General Mills CEO Jeff Harmening about how the company is adapting to the changing food and retail landscape. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alliance for Lifetime Income (retireyourrisk.org/advisors) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (planetm.michiganbusiness.org). (07/05/2018)