WeightWatchers gets into prescription weight loss business

Shares of WW International Inc. jumped more than 31% in morning trading.

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March 7, 2023 - 5:54 PM

WeightWatchers shares soared Tuesday after the company said it was getting into the prescription drug weight loss business with the acquisition of Sequence.

Sequence, a telehealth operator, says that its specialists can prescribe medications under brand names including Ozempic, Wegovy and Trulicity.

Shares of WW International Inc. jumped more than 31% in morning trading.

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