Pfizer Acquires Metsera in $4.9 Billion Deal, Bolsters Obesity Drug Portfolio

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Pfizer has announced a definitive agreement to acquire clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company Metsera in a deal valued at an initial $4.9 billion, with the potential for an additional $2.4 billion in milestone payments. The acquisition is a strategic move to re-enter the lucrative weight-loss drug market by adding Metsera’s next-generation obesity and cardiometabolic disease treatments, including promising oral and injectable therapies, to Pfizer’s pipeline.

Amgen to Bolster U.S. Innovation with Over $600 Million Investment in New California Research Center

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Biotechnology giant Amgen is investing over $600 million to build a new research and development hub in Southern California. The cutting-edge facility will bring together top scientific minds to advance the creation of new medicines and is expected to generate hundreds of jobs, reinforcing the company’s commitment to U.S.-based innovation.

Gilead Sciences Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results, Raises Full-Year Guidance

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Gilead Sciences reports a successful second quarter for 2025, with total revenue climbing to $7.1 billion, driven by a 7% increase in its HIV franchise sales. Diluted EPS rose to $1.56. Following these strong results, Gilead has raised its full-year 2025 guidance, now expecting product sales between $28.3 billion and $28.7 billion.

Eli Lilly Reports Strong Q2 2025 Financial Results with 38% Revenue Growth

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Eli Lilly and Company reported strong second-quarter 2025 financial results, with worldwide revenue increasing 38% to $15.56 billion. This growth was driven by a 42% increase in volume, particularly from the company’s key products Zepbound and Mounjaro. Reported earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were $6.29, a 92% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Following these results, Lilly has raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to a range of $60.0 billion to $62.0 billion.

Pfizer Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results, Raises Full-Year EPS Guidance

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Pfizer delivered robust Q2 2025 results, reporting $14.7 billion in revenue (up 10% operationally) and $0.78 adjusted EPS. Key drivers included double-digit growth from Comirnaty, Paxlovid and Abrysvo. The company raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $2.90–3.10 while reaffirming revenue outlook of $61.0–64.0 billion, underscoring strong commercial execution and cost-saving initiatives.