R&D Spending Showdown: Sanofi vs Viatris Inc.

Sanofi vs Viatris: A Decade of R&D Investment

__timestampSanofiViatris Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 20144667000000581800000
Thursday, January 1, 20155082000000671900000
Friday, January 1, 20165232000000876700000
Sunday, January 1, 20175567000000857900000
Monday, January 1, 20186350000000822200000
Tuesday, January 1, 20196018000000778200000
Wednesday, January 1, 20205529000000512600000
Friday, January 1, 20215692000000681000000
Saturday, January 1, 20226706000000662200000
Sunday, January 1, 20236728000000910700000
Monday, January 1, 20247394000000
Loading chart...

Cracking the code

R&D Spending: A Tale of Two Giants

In the competitive world of pharmaceuticals, research and development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation. Over the past decade, Sanofi and Viatris Inc. have been at the forefront of this race. From 2014 to 2023, Sanofi consistently outpaced Viatris Inc. in R&D spending, with an average annual expenditure nearly eight times higher. Sanofi's investment peaked in 2023, reaching a staggering 6.7 billion dollars, marking a 44% increase from 2014. In contrast, Viatris Inc. saw a more modest growth, with its R&D spending rising by 57% over the same period, culminating in 910 million dollars in 2023. This disparity highlights Sanofi's aggressive strategy to maintain its competitive edge, while Viatris Inc. focuses on steady, sustainable growth. As the pharmaceutical landscape evolves, these investments will likely shape the future of healthcare innovation.

Published by
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Source link
sec.gov

Date published
17 Jan 2025