Pankaj133. Novartis
Headquarters: East Hanover, New Jersey, USA
Bought By: Novartis AG
Headquarters: Basel, Switzerland
A powerhouse in the pharmaceutical industry, Novartis is a name that frequently pops up in the realm of healthcare and innovation in the U.S. While many might assume this giant is American, given its vast presence in the States, it actually hails from Switzerland.
Established in 1996 through the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, two Swiss companies with histories dating back over 100 years, Novartis has grown to be a global leader in healthcare solutions. Its products reach nearly 800 million people globally, and its research facilities in the U.S.