Verona Pharma plc and CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc.: SG&A Spending Patterns Compared

Biotech Giants' SG&A Spending Soars Over a Decade

__timestampCymaBay Therapeutics, Inc.Verona Pharma plc
Wednesday, January 1, 201481850001802274
Thursday, January 1, 201588710002512761
Friday, January 1, 201696450002894488
Sunday, January 1, 2017123870008096274
Monday, January 1, 2018143810007985229
Tuesday, January 1, 2019192380008994597
Wednesday, January 1, 20201742500029772000
Friday, January 1, 20212304000033907000
Saturday, January 1, 20222511600026579000
Sunday, January 1, 20235195300049868547
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SG&A Spending Patterns: 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, Verona Pharma plc and CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc. have demonstrated distinct spending trajectories. From 2014 to 2023, CymaBay's SG&A expenses surged by over 530%, peaking in 2023. Meanwhile, Verona Pharma's spending increased by a staggering 2,670% during the same period, reflecting a strategic pivot in their operational focus. Notably, both companies saw their highest expenditures in 2023, with Verona Pharma's expenses reaching nearly 50 million, closely trailing CymaBay's 52 million. This trend underscores the growing emphasis on administrative efficiency and market positioning in the biotech sector. As these companies continue to innovate, their SG&A strategies will likely play a pivotal role in shaping their competitive edge.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025