Healthcare shares were among the worst performers Tuesday, as Wall Street paused from its recent volatility. The market had seen dramatic swings since President Trump's tariff announcement on April 2.
Johnson & Johnson exceeded expectations for first-quarter earnings and revenue, raising its full-year sales outlook due to acquisition of drug developer Intra-Cellular Therapies.
J&J's 1Q report bodes well for the medical-technology sector, JPMorgan analysts said in a research note, citing the company's positive commentary on overall demand and preliminary thoughts on tariffs.
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