How soaring demand for Ozempic and Wegovy is altering Denmark's economy

Sales of the weight-loss drug Wegovy, manufactured by Novo Nordisk, have led to lower interest rates in Denmark due to an influx of US dollars into the country's economy, which has pushed up the value of the Danish krone.

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Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Will Launch In More Countries Despite Ongoing Struggles Over Stellar Demand, CEO Says

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Novo Nordisk Stock Jumps as JPMorgan Boosts Price Target on Obesity Drug Growth Outlook

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