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4. Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK)

Forward P/E as of 11/8: 13.51

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 79

According to the company in August, Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) is on track to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations by 2025 and to source 100% of its purchased electricity from renewables in the same year. In 2021, Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) also increased representation of women globally to 36% up from 31% in 2020. 2022 has been a good year for Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) as shares of the stock have rallied over 32% year to date as 11/9.