Cytokinetics, Incorporated and Amicus Therapeutics, Inc.: SG&A Spending Patterns Compared

Biotech SG&A Spending: Amicus vs. Cytokinetics

__timestampAmicus Therapeutics, Inc.Cytokinetics, Incorporated
Wednesday, January 1, 20142071700017268000
Thursday, January 1, 20154726900019667000
Friday, January 1, 20167115100027823000
Sunday, January 1, 20178867100036468000
Monday, January 1, 201812720000031282000
Tuesday, January 1, 201916986100039610000
Wednesday, January 1, 202015640700052820000
Friday, January 1, 202119271000096803000
Saturday, January 1, 2022213041000177977000
Sunday, January 1, 2023275270000173612000
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SG&A Spending Trends: A Tale of Two Biotechs

In the competitive world of biotechnology, strategic spending on Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses can be a key differentiator. Over the past decade, Amicus Therapeutics, Inc. and Cytokinetics, Incorporated have demonstrated distinct spending patterns. From 2014 to 2023, Amicus Therapeutics increased its SG&A expenses by over 1,200%, peaking in 2023. This aggressive investment reflects their commitment to expanding market reach and operational capabilities. In contrast, Cytokinetics, while also increasing its SG&A spending, showed a more conservative growth of approximately 900% over the same period. Notably, in 2022, Cytokinetics' SG&A expenses surged by 84% compared to the previous year, indicating a strategic pivot. These trends highlight the varying strategies employed by biotech firms to navigate the complexities of the industry, balancing between innovation and market expansion.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025