Eli Lilly Shares Dip Despite Barclays Overweight on Obesity Drugs

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Eli Lilly shares fell after Barclays upgraded its obesity drug franchise to overweight, citing strong growth prospects for Mounjaro and Zepbound. Profit taking drove the stock down in afternoon trading despite the analyst’s bullish view on GLP-1 obesity therapies.

1. Barclays Upgrade and Market Reaction

Barclays raised its rating to overweight on Eli Lilly’s obesity drug franchise, highlighting robust demand for Mounjaro and Zepbound. Despite this positive outlook, profit taking drove shares lower in midday trading as investors booked gains.

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