Operational Costs Compared: SG&A Analysis of Eli Lilly and Company and BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

SG&A Expenses: Eli Lilly vs. BioCryst, 2014-2023

__timestampBioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Eli Lilly and Company
Wednesday, January 1, 201474610006620800000
Thursday, January 1, 2015130470006533000000
Friday, January 1, 2016112530006452000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017139330006588100000
Monday, January 1, 2018295140005975100000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019371210006213800000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020679290006121200000
Friday, January 1, 20211188180006431600000
Saturday, January 1, 20221593710006440400000
Sunday, January 1, 20232138940006941200000
Monday, January 1, 20248593800000
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SG&A Expenses: A Tale of Two Companies

In the competitive landscape of pharmaceuticals, operational efficiency is key. This analysis delves into the Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses of two industry players: Eli Lilly and Company and BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc., from 2014 to 2023.

Eli Lilly and Company

Eli Lilly, a titan in the pharmaceutical world, consistently reported SG&A expenses in the billions, peaking at approximately $6.94 billion in 2023. Over the decade, their expenses showed a steady trend, reflecting a robust operational strategy.

BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

In contrast, BioCryst, a smaller entity, exhibited a dramatic rise in SG&A expenses, from $7.46 million in 2014 to $213.89 million in 2023. This represents a staggering increase of over 2,700%, highlighting their aggressive expansion and investment in growth.

This comparison underscores the diverse strategies employed by pharmaceutical companies in managing operational costs.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
17 Jan 2025