Who Prioritizes Innovation? R&D Spending Compared for Alkermes plc and CRISPR Therapeutics AG

Biotech Giants' R&D Spending: A Decade of Innovation

__timestampAlkermes plcCRISPR Therapeutics AG
Wednesday, January 1, 201477530001513000
Thursday, January 1, 2015401900012573000
Friday, January 1, 2016230100042238000
Sunday, January 1, 2017723200069800000
Monday, January 1, 201868895000113773000
Tuesday, January 1, 201952816000179362000
Wednesday, January 1, 20201946000266946000
Friday, January 1, 20211020000438633000
Saturday, January 1, 2022393842000461645000
Sunday, January 1, 2023270806000387332000
Monday, January 1, 2024245326000320653000
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Innovation in Biotech: A Comparative Analysis

In the ever-evolving world of biotechnology, research and development (R&D) spending is a key indicator of a company's commitment to innovation. Over the past decade, Alkermes plc and CRISPR Therapeutics AG have demonstrated contrasting approaches to R&D investment. From 2014 to 2023, CRISPR Therapeutics AG consistently increased its R&D spending, peaking in 2022 with a remarkable 461 million USD, reflecting a 30-fold increase from 2014. This surge underscores their aggressive pursuit of cutting-edge gene-editing technologies. In contrast, Alkermes plc's R&D expenditure showed more fluctuation, with a significant spike in 2022, reaching 394 million USD, a 50-fold increase from 2014. This suggests a strategic pivot towards innovation in recent years. As the biotech landscape continues to shift, these spending patterns offer valuable insights into each company's strategic priorities and their potential impact on future breakthroughs.

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Date published
17 Jan 2025