argenx SE or Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc.: Who Invests More in Innovation?

Biotech Giants' R&D Race: Who Leads in Innovation?

__timestampSarepta Therapeutics, Inc.argenx SE
Wednesday, January 1, 20149423100015411924
Thursday, January 1, 201514639400022593274
Friday, January 1, 201618827200033173050
Sunday, January 1, 201716670700062224159
Monday, January 1, 201840184300095607434
Tuesday, January 1, 2019560909000221269028
Wednesday, January 1, 2020722343000400745069
Friday, January 1, 2021771182000580520000
Saturday, January 1, 2022877090000663366000
Sunday, January 1, 2023877387000755113687
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Investing in Innovation: A Tale of Two Biotech Giants

In the competitive world of biotechnology, innovation is the lifeblood of success. Over the past decade, two companies, Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. and argenx SE, have been at the forefront of this race. From 2014 to 2023, Sarepta Therapeutics consistently outpaced argenx SE in research and development (R&D) spending, with a peak investment in 2022 that was approximately 33% higher than argenx's. However, argenx SE has shown remarkable growth, increasing its R&D expenses by nearly 49 times from 2014 to 2023. This surge reflects argenx's commitment to catching up with its rival. As of 2023, the gap has narrowed significantly, with argenx spending just 14% less than Sarepta. This trend highlights the dynamic nature of the biotech industry, where strategic investments in innovation can rapidly alter competitive landscapes.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025