Bristol-Myers Squibb

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Bristol-Myers Squibb (pronunciation: Brist-ol-My-ers Squibb) is an American multinational pharmaceutical company, headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of Bristol-Myers and the Squibb corporation in 1989.

Etymology

The name "Bristol-Myers Squibb" is derived from the names of its founding companies, Bristol-Myers and the Squibb Corporation. Bristol-Myers was founded by William McLaren Bristol and John Ripley Myers in 1887. The Squibb Corporation was founded by Dr. Edward Robinson Squibb in 1858.

History

Bristol-Myers and the Squibb Corporation were both pharmaceutical companies that merged in 1989 to form Bristol-Myers Squibb. The merger was one of the largest in the pharmaceutical industry at the time. Since then, Bristol-Myers Squibb has become one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, with products sold in over 120 countries.

Products

Bristol-Myers Squibb produces a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including drugs for cancer, HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hepatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Some of its most well-known products include Opdivo, Eliquis, and Yervoy.

Research and Development

Bristol-Myers Squibb is known for its commitment to research and development. The company invests heavily in the development of new drugs and therapies, particularly in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular disease, and immunoscience.

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