AbbVie Inc. or Bristol-Myers Squibb Company: Who Invests More in Innovation?

Pharma Giants' R&D Race: AbbVie vs. Bristol-Myers Squibb

__timestampAbbVie Inc.Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
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Thursday, January 1, 201542850000005920000000
Friday, January 1, 201643660000004940000000
Sunday, January 1, 201749820000006411000000
Monday, January 1, 2018103290000006345000000
Tuesday, January 1, 201964070000006148000000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020655700000011143000000
Friday, January 1, 2021708400000010195000000
Saturday, January 1, 202265100000009509000000
Sunday, January 1, 202384530000009299000000
Monday, January 1, 20241279100000011159000000
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Innovation Investment: A Tale of Two Pharmaceutical Giants

In the competitive world of pharmaceuticals, innovation is key. Over the past decade, AbbVie Inc. and Bristol-Myers Squibb Company have been at the forefront of this race, investing heavily in research and development (R&D). From 2014 to 2023, Bristol-Myers Squibb consistently outpaced AbbVie in R&D spending, with an average annual investment of approximately $7.4 billion compared to AbbVie's $6.2 billion. Notably, in 2020, Bristol-Myers Squibb's R&D expenses peaked at over $11 billion, a 70% increase from 2014, highlighting their commitment to innovation. Meanwhile, AbbVie made a significant leap in 2018, doubling its R&D investment to over $10 billion, showcasing its strategic focus on groundbreaking therapies. As these giants continue to push the boundaries of medical science, their investments underscore the critical role of R&D in driving pharmaceutical advancements.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025