Operational Costs Compared: SG&A Analysis of argenx SE and Viking Therapeutics, Inc.

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

__timestampViking Therapeutics, Inc.argenx SE
Wednesday, January 1, 201412449104241601.57
Thursday, January 1, 201550296365392385.38
Friday, January 1, 201648467767370036.73
Sunday, January 1, 2017532900314970357
Monday, January 1, 2018712100031413266
Tuesday, January 1, 2019912800072279461
Wednesday, January 1, 202010731000183907682
Friday, January 1, 202110701000307644000
Saturday, January 1, 202216121000472132000
Sunday, January 1, 202337021000709539000
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A Tale of Two Biotechs: SG&A Expenses Over Time

In the competitive world of biotechnology, operational efficiency is key. This analysis compares the Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses of two prominent players: argenx SE and Viking Therapeutics, Inc., from 2014 to 2023. Over this period, argenx SE's SG&A expenses surged by an astounding 16,600%, reflecting its aggressive expansion and strategic investments. In contrast, Viking Therapeutics, Inc. saw a more modest increase of approximately 2,900%, indicating a more conservative growth strategy. By 2023, argenx SE's expenses were nearly 20 times higher than those of Viking Therapeutics, highlighting the divergent paths these companies have taken. This financial snapshot not only underscores the dynamic nature of the biotech industry but also offers insights into how different strategies can shape a company's financial landscape over time.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
17 Jan 2025