I like your reasoning, but in this case I lean towards Gemma’s argument. I’m not sure how many millions of dollars were put in not only by WHO but by Gates foundation and others to ensure LMIC access, which they now have to the exclusion of any other product. The price has remained the same for years, which is unfair given the massive leg up and profits pumped into this company by the philanthopic sector.
This is a complex, not pure free market situation, and I think on balance it is more than fair that the company lowers its profit margins after making bank for years here.
I like your reasoning, but in this case I lean towards Gemma’s argument. I’m not sure how many millions of dollars were put in not only by WHO but by Gates foundation and others to ensure LMIC access, which they now have to the exclusion of any other product. The price has remained the same for years, which is unfair given the massive leg up and profits pumped into this company by the philanthopic sector.
This is a complex, not pure free market situation, and I think on balance it is more than fair that the company lowers its profit margins after making bank for years here.