The formula of paracetamol tablets is vertically identical for all brands. Glaxo charges a premium price for this same product, yet remains the unchallenged market leader. Discuss what this implies about the value of a brand name. Are there any ethical issue involved in this type of pricing? Which pricing strategy they are applying and why? Note: Please answer the question with points and example

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1. The formula of paracetamol tablets is vertically identical for all brands. Glaxo charges a premium price for this same product, yet remains the unchallenged market leader. Discuss what this implies about the value of a brand name. Are there any ethical issue involved in this type of pricing? Which pricing strategy they are applying and why?

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