Strong Sales and Profit Growth
Group sales increased by 4%, core operating profit grew by 5%, and core earnings per share rose 5% to 44.9 pence, driven by specialty medicines up 17%.
Innovation and Pipeline Progress
Two out of five expected FDA product approvals for 2025 have been secured. Notable approvals include Blenrep in the UK and expected FDA decisions for Nucala COPD and depemokimab.
HIV Treatment and Prevention Growth
HIV sales grew 7%, with strong demand for Dovato, Cabenuva, and Apretude, growing 19%, 38%, and 63% respectively.
Strategic Acquisitions and Investments
Completion of the acquisition of IDRX, and the commencement of a £2 billion share buyback program.
Sustained Dividends and Shareholder Returns
Quarterly dividend increased to 16 pence, with over £0.8 billion returned to shareholders through dividends and buybacks.