Does Johnson & Johnson's Split Make Sense?

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) has been in business for well over a century. Many were blindsided when the company announced late last year that it would be splitting its medical device and pharmaceutical businesses from its consumer health business. The split is set to close sometime in the next two years. In this segment of Backstage Pass, recorded on Dec. 17, Fool.com contributors Rachel Warren, Jason Hall, Travis Hoium, Toby Bordelon, and Lou Whiteman discuss. 

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