Pfizer Inc. Soars Amid Persistent Breakup Talk

Pfizer Inc. (PFE), the world’s largest drugmaker, rose to its highest price in more than four years after Goldman Sachs Group Inc. analysts said the company may go beyond the divestiture plans it has already announced. Pfizer climbed 1.5 percent to $22.50 at the close in New York, the highest value since $22.55 in February 2008. The shares have increased 8.3 percent since July 6, the day before Pfizer Chief Executive Officer Ian Read said the New York-based company was exploring strategic alternatives for its animal health and nutrition businesses.

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