Strong Financial Performance
Group sales increased by 6%, core operating profit rose by 12%, and core earnings per share grew by 15% to 46.5p. Specialty Medicines sales were up 15%, and vaccine sales increased by 9%.
R&D Progress and FDA Approvals
Three FDA approvals were achieved this year, and the company is on track for two more. GSK expects pivotal trial readouts for six scale opportunities over the next 18 months.
Positive Cash Generation
Cash generation remains strong with GBP 3.7 billion generated in the first half. The company completed more than GBP 800 million of the share buyback program.
Updated Financial Guidance
GSK expects to deliver towards the top end of their financial guidance for 2025, indicating strong financial confidence and performance momentum.
HIV Portfolio Growth
The HIV portfolio delivered exceptional growth of 12% in the quarter, with long-acting injectables and Dovato driving demand.