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Episode 47 | AbbVie | From Abbott Spinoff to Pharma Giant

AbbVie (ABBV), a leading biopharmaceutical company, is in a transformative phase, balancing significant challenges and growth opportunities. Spun off from Abbott Laboratories in 2013, AbbVie initially thrived due to Humira, a blockbuster drug for various conditions. However, the patent loss for Humira in 2023 introduced fierce biosimilar competition, reducing its revenues by over 35%. Despite this, AbbVie is navigating the loss with resilience, supported by growth in other areas like immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics. Acquisitions of companies like Allergan, ImmunoGen, and Cerevel Therapeutics have fortified its portfolio with products like Botox and innovative cancer therapies. In Q3 2024, AbbVie posted $14.46 billion in revenues, up 3.8% from the previous year. Adjusted earnings per share grew to $3.00, although GAAP earnings dipped due to one-time costs. For 2023, the company reported $54.318 billion in revenues, down 6.4% due to Humira’s decline. Despite significant debt, AbbVie maintains a strong cash position of $7.257 billion and continues its 25+ year streak of increasing dividend payouts. New CEO Robert A. Michael, appointed in July 2024, is expected to steer AbbVie through this transition, focusing on a robust pipeline of over 75 treatments and growing sales from products like Skyrizi and Rinvoq. Neuroscience and oncology are standout segments, with double-digit growth driven by key therapies. AbbVie’s market performance has been volatile. Its stock hit an all-time high of $203.87 in October 2024 but has recently dropped to $178.01 amid biosimilar competition concerns. Despite this, AbbVie has delivered strong historical returns, averaging over 19% annually since its IPO. In summary, AbbVie is diversifying and innovating aggressively to counteract challenges. Its success hinges on strategic acquisitions, a strong pipeline, and its ability to adapt to market shifts. Investors are keeping a close eye on its future trajectory, as the company continues to prove its resilience and growth potential.