Health-care companies fell, but not by as much as the broad market, amid optimism about drug commercialization.
Zai Lab and Novocure surged after the companies said a lung cancer treatment showed promise in a clinical trial.
Walgreens Boots Alliance fell sharply, after reporting dwindling sales of Covid 19 tests and vaccines.
Shares of Nuwellis fell after the medical-technology concern unveiled plans to raise capital through the sale of warrants.
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(END) Dow Jones Newswires
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