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This episode discusses Samsung's financial milestone, Novo Nordisk's sales success, and President Trump's decision regarding U.S. operations in the Strait of Hormuz.

Plus: Novo Nordisk rallies on strong sales of its weightloss pill. And President Trump pauses the U.S. operation to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Sign up for WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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