Bristol Myers Reports Strong Q4 Earnings, Exceeds Expectations
The pharmaceutical giant's latest financial results showcase significant growth, driven by new drug sales and strategic acquisitions.
- Bristol Myers Squibb Co. reported fourth-quarter earnings of $1.76 billion, surpassing Wall Street expectations.
- Sales of new anemia drug Reblozyl and blood cancer drug Revlimid outperformed forecasts, contributing to a revenue of $11.48 billion.
- The company announced major acquisitions, including a $14.1 billion deal for Karuna Therapeutics and a $4.1 billion buyout of RayzeBio.
- Bristol Myers expects full-year earnings in the range of $7.10 to $7.40 per share, with a forecasted revenue increase by single digit percentages from 2023.
- Despite strong quarterly performance, the company's stock has decreased 5% since the beginning of the year, reflecting broader market trends.