Screens are straining young eyes, and Alcon sees India's opportunity
Alcon is increasing investments in India, recognizing its significant emerging market potential. The company focuses on innovation and surgeon training to address rising eye care needs. India's large population and growing myopia present substantial future gr…
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Alcon is increasing investments in India, recognizing its significant emerging market potential. The company focuses on innovation and surgeon training to address rising eye care needs. India's large population and growing myopia present substantial future gr…
Alcon, the worlds largest eye care devices company, is sharpening its India strategy, identifying the country alongside China as one of its most important emerging growth markets.The $10.3-billion-re…
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