
GLP-1 Inhibitors
From Down to Business English by Skip Montreux, Dez Morgan & Samantha Vega | Business English Instructors
December 21, 2025 · 20 min · Season 16 · Episode 396
About this episode
This episode discusses GLP-1 inhibitors and their impact on the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on key players and market dynamics.
GLP-1 drugs have become one of the most important developments in the pharmaceutical industry. With products like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro in high demand, competition between drug makers is growing quickly. In this episode of Down to Business English, Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan get Down to Business with GLP-1 inhibitors — the drugs behind today’s weight-loss boom. They explain who the main players are, including Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, and compare their leading products. Their discussion also looks at a major recent development: Pfizer’s acquisition of biopharma startup Metsera, and why this deal could significantly change the market. Skip and Dez’s conversation gives listeners a clear and practical introduction to competition and strategy in the pharmaceutical industry — while helping you improve your Business English. In this episode, you will learn: What GLP-1 drugs are and what they are used for. The main differences between Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. Why Eli Lilly is gaining market share, especially in North America. How Pfizer’s acquisition could affect future weight-loss treatments. Do you like what you hear? Become a D2B Member today for to access…
People in this episode
Hosts: Skip Montreux, Dez Morgan
Topics covered
- GLP-1 inhibitors
- pharmaceutical industry
- weight-loss drugs
- market competition
- business strategy
- Eli Lilly market share
- Pfizer acquisition
Keywords
- GLP-1 drugs
- Ozempic
- Wegovy
- Mounjaro
- Eli Lilly
- Pfizer acquisition
- weight-loss boom
- pharmaceutical competition
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, Pfizer, Metsera
Products: Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound
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