Breaking Down SG&A Expenses: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. vs Vericel Corporation

Biotech Giants' SG&A Expenses: A Decade of Divergence

__timestampApellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Vericel Corporation
Wednesday, January 1, 2014290816613774000
Thursday, January 1, 2015635678222479000
Friday, January 1, 2016430374327388000
Sunday, January 1, 20171046315135610000
Monday, January 1, 20182263918449007000
Tuesday, January 1, 20196704648361139000
Wednesday, January 1, 202013940100068836000
Friday, January 1, 202117677100097592000
Saturday, January 1, 2022277163000106903000
Sunday, January 1, 2023500815000120998000
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A Tale of Two Biotechs: SG&A Expenses Over Time

In the competitive world of biotechnology, managing Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses is crucial for sustainable growth. Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Vericel Corporation, two prominent players in the industry, have shown contrasting trends in their SG&A expenses from 2014 to 2023. Apellis Pharmaceuticals has seen a staggering increase of over 17,000% in SG&A expenses, peaking at $500 million in 2023. This reflects their aggressive expansion and investment in marketing and administrative capabilities. In contrast, Vericel Corporation's SG&A expenses have grown more modestly, increasing by approximately 780% over the same period, reaching $121 million in 2023. This suggests a more conservative approach, focusing on steady growth and cost management. These trends highlight the diverse strategies employed by biotech companies to navigate the complexities of the market, offering valuable insights for investors and industry analysts alike.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
17 Jan 2025