Fitch Ratings Agency Upgrades Teva Rating to BB+ Recognizing Successful Execution of Its Pivot to Growth Strategy

TEL AVIV, Israel, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teva Pharmaceuticals (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) today announced that Fitch Ratings Agency ("Fitch") has raised the Company's corporate credit rating to BB+, with a stable outlook; from BB.

Fitch's report cites Teva's progress in reducing debt and improving flexibility, expects continuous revenue growth from AUSTEDO and AJOVY, as well as Teva's biosimilar pipeline. In addition, Fitch mentions that Teva's focus on optimizing external spend, prioritizing resource allocation, and modernizing its organization is expected to lead to higher operating margins.

"We are proud to receive a second consecutive upgrade from Fitch within several months, especially coming on the heels of Moody's upgrade last Friday. This recognition reflects the strength of our financial discipline and the unwavering commitment of our teams. It's a powerful endorsement of our Pivot to Growth strategy and a clear signal of confidence in our future," said Eli Kalif, Chief Financial Officer, Teva Pharmaceuticals.

About Teva

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) is a different kind of global biopharmaceutical leader, one that operates across the full spectrum of innovation to reliably deliver medicines to patients worldwide. For over 120 years, Teva's commitment to bettering health has never wavered. Today, the company's global network of capabilities enables its 37,000 employees across 57 markets to advance health by developing medicines for the future while championing the production of generics and biologics. We are dedicated to addressing patients' needs, now and in the future. Moving forward together with science that treats, inspired by the people we serve. To learn more about how Teva is all in for better health, visit www.tevapharm.com.

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