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- Krka, d. d., Novo mesto (KRK.WA) is an international generic pharmaceutical company that develops, produces, markets and sells prescription pharmaceuticals, non-prescription products, animal health products and health resort and tourist services. Prescription pharmaceuticals, its core product group accounting for over 80% of sales, encompass treatments for cardiovascular diseases including perindopril-, valsartan-, losartan-, statin- and rosuvastatin-based medicines; alimentary tract and metabolism disorders; central nervous system conditions; pain management; diabetes; oncology; systemic infections; blood and blood-forming organ diseases; urinary tract disorders; and respiratory system diseases, with innovative forms such as prolonged-release tablets, matrix tablets, osmotic-controlled release systems and pellet-filled capsules; non-prescription products include cough and cold remedies, vitamins and minerals, analgesics, allergy medications, alimentary tract treatments, metabolic disorder drugs and memory/concentration enhancers; animal health products comprise antiparasitics, analgesics, antimicrobials, disinfectants, vitamins and minerals for pets and farm animals; health resort services through subsidiary Terme Krka Group provide medical rehabilitation for cardiovascular, respiratory and mobility issues at facilities including Terme Dolenjske Toplice, Terme Šmarješke Toplice, Talaso Strunjan and Otočec Hotels. The company operates production sites in Slovenia (Novo Mesto-Ločna, Bršljin, Krško, Šentjernej, Ljutomer), Russia, Poland, Croatia, Germany and China, with sales in over 70 countries across six regions: East Europe (34%), Central Europe (23%), West Europe (18%), South-East Europe (14%), Slovenia (6%) and Overseas Markets (4%), targeting healthcare systems, patients and veterinarians with affordable, high-quality generics under its own brands. Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, Krka Group employs around 12,800 people and generated €1.91 billion in 2024 revenue. In recent developments, Krka established Krka Pharma Pvt. Ltd., a 51:49 joint venture with Laurus Labs Ltd. in India in 2024 (registered capital up to €50 million), to build a new API and finished product manufacturing facility in Hyderabad with €30 million total investment, targeting India and non-EU markets and expected completion in two years; launched 22 new products in 2024 including 18 prescription pharmaceuticals; invested €117 million in production upgrades, R&D and infrastructure; presented an updated 2026-2030 development strategy emphasizing chronic disease treatments, supply reliability and sustainability; and raised 2025 guidance to €2.02-2.13 billion sales and €383-405 million net profit amid 7% nine-month revenue growth to €1.53 billion.