Operational Costs Compared: SG&A Analysis of GSK plc and Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

SG&A Expenses: GSK vs. Apellis - A Decade of Change

__timestampApellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.GSK plc
Wednesday, January 1, 201429081668246000000
Thursday, January 1, 201563567829232000000
Friday, January 1, 201643037439366000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017104631519672000000
Monday, January 1, 2018226391849915000000
Tuesday, January 1, 20196704648311402000000
Wednesday, January 1, 202013940100011456000000
Friday, January 1, 202117677100010975000000
Saturday, January 1, 20222771630008372000000
Sunday, January 1, 20235008150009385000000
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SG&A Expenses: A Tale of Two Companies

In the ever-evolving pharmaceutical industry, operational efficiency is key. This analysis compares the Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses of GSK plc and Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. over the past decade. GSK, a global healthcare giant, consistently reported SG&A expenses exceeding $9 billion annually, peaking at $11.5 billion in 2020. In contrast, Apellis, a burgeoning biotech firm, saw its SG&A expenses grow from a modest $2.9 million in 2014 to a substantial $500 million by 2023, marking a staggering increase of over 17,000%. This dramatic rise reflects Apellis's aggressive expansion and investment in its operational capabilities. Meanwhile, GSK's expenses remained relatively stable, highlighting its established market presence and operational maturity. This comparison underscores the diverse strategies employed by established and emerging players in the pharmaceutical sector.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025