Comparing Innovation Spending: Pfizer Inc. and Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Pfizer vs. Amneal: A Decade of R&D Investment

__timestampAmneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Pfizer Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 20141067350008393000000
Thursday, January 1, 20151368700007690000000
Friday, January 1, 20162047470007872000000
Sunday, January 1, 20171919380007657000000
Monday, January 1, 20182104510008006000000
Tuesday, January 1, 20192022870008650000000
Wednesday, January 1, 20201905850009405000000
Friday, January 1, 202120956300013829000000
Saturday, January 1, 202220004600011428000000
Sunday, January 1, 202316777800010679000000
Monday, January 1, 202410930000000
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Innovation in Pharmaceuticals: A Tale of Two Giants

In the ever-evolving world of pharmaceuticals, research and development (R&D) spending is a key indicator of a company's commitment to innovation. Over the past decade, Pfizer Inc. and Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. have demonstrated contrasting approaches to R&D investment. From 2014 to 2023, Pfizer's R&D expenses have consistently dwarfed those of Amneal, with Pfizer investing nearly 50 times more in 2021 alone. This substantial investment has allowed Pfizer to maintain its position as a leader in the industry, particularly evident in 2021 when their R&D spending peaked at approximately $13.8 billion. In contrast, Amneal's R&D expenses have remained relatively stable, peaking at around $210 million in 2018. This disparity highlights the different scales and strategies of these companies, with Pfizer focusing on large-scale innovation and Amneal maintaining a more conservative approach.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
17 Jan 2025