Comparing Innovation Spending: GSK plc and HUTCHMED (China) Limited

GSK vs. HUTCHMED: A Decade of R&D Investment

__timestampGSK plcHUTCHMED (China) Limited
Wednesday, January 1, 2014345000000033472000
Thursday, January 1, 2015356000000047368000
Friday, January 1, 2016362800000066871000
Sunday, January 1, 2017447600000050675000
Monday, January 1, 2018389300000078821000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019456800000091944000
Wednesday, January 1, 20205098000000111234000
Friday, January 1, 20215278000000207447000
Saturday, January 1, 20225488000000267587000
Sunday, January 1, 20236223000000303055000
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Innovation Spending: A Tale of Two Companies

In the ever-evolving pharmaceutical landscape, research and development (R&D) spending is a key indicator of a company's commitment to innovation. Over the past decade, GSK plc and HUTCHMED (China) Limited have demonstrated contrasting approaches to R&D investment. From 2014 to 2023, GSK's R&D expenses surged by approximately 80%, peaking at over $6 billion in 2023. This reflects GSK's robust strategy to maintain its competitive edge in the global market. In contrast, HUTCHMED's R&D spending, while significantly smaller, has grown nearly tenfold, highlighting its aggressive push to expand its footprint in the pharmaceutical industry. This comparison underscores the diverse strategies companies employ to drive innovation and growth, with GSK focusing on sustained investment and HUTCHMED on rapid expansion.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
17 Jan 2025