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Roche May Make Sweeping Job Cuts
Beset by declining profits, setbacks in new-drug development, and the surprise purchase of nearly a 20% stake by Swiss rival Novartis A.G., Roche Holdings A.G. is soon expected to reduce its workforce by as much as 12%, according to industry analysts. More...29 May 2001
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