Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, the nominee for Secretary of HHS, has made promises about the status of his stake in anti-vaccine nonprofits and notable pharma companies as his confirmation hearing approaches.

The Senate Finance Committee will meet on Jan. 29 to discuss the confirmation of RFK Jr., whose stances on vaccines and abortion have raised questions from Democrats and Republicans alike.

The CEO of Germany's Merck KGaA said a recovery in sales growth at its existing business means it can take a cautious approach when it comes to buying other companies, which are expensively priced.