"Merck reported a mixed third quarter update on Thursday, cutting guidance even as earnings topped market expectations." according to barron^s.
However, the balance sheet is still solid and MRK entered an area where it presents a good Buy opportunity especially for Dividend portfolio's that want a good Av_Px.
the second quarter report still cast a shadow though. some good news from China market will boost the stock to higher ground with 99.27 to be the crusial point for a major turn to bearish mode.