
 Bloomberg Businessweek
 Bloomberg Businessweek Walgreens and CVS Try to Fix America’s Flailing Pharmacies
 May 17, 2024 
 Guests Jim Ellis, Katie Thomas, and Dana D’Auria discuss struggles of pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS amidst inflation, competition, and innovation. Topics include health and wellness initiatives, consumer responses to inflation, and investment strategies in uncertain markets. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Challenges Faced by Traditional Drugstore Chains 
 02:13 • 15min 
 Exploring Consumer Views Versus Brand Perspectives on Innovation 
 16:46 • 2min 
 The Path to Success and Investment Strategies 
 19:04 • 2min 
 Navigating Market Reactions and Strategies for Uncertainty 
 20:40 • 8min 
 Insights into Client Actions and Industry Events 
 28:10 • 2min 


