Pfizer (PFE)


Market Price (11/5/2026): $30.9 | Market Cap: $176.1 BilInvestor Relations Sector: Health Care | Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Pfizer (PFE)


Market Price (11/5/2026): $30.9
Market Cap: $176.1 Bil
Sector: Health Care
Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.9%, Dividend Yield is 5.6%, FCF Yield is 6.7%

Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 26%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 22%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 19%, CFO LTM is 14 Bil, FCF LTM is 12 Bil

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 22%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Biotechnology & Genomics, Precision Medicine, and Aging Population & Chronic Disease. Themes include mRNA Technology, Show more.

Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is 0.0%, Dist 3Y High is 0.0%

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -6.6%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -59%

Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 25x, P/EPrice/Earnings or Price/(Net Income) is 44x

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -2.9%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -0.4%

Key risks
PFE key risks include [1] a significant "patent cliff" threatening blockbuster drugs like Eliquis and Ibrance, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.9%, Dividend Yield is 5.6%, FCF Yield is 6.7%
1 Attractive operating margins
Op Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 26%
2 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 22%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 19%, CFO LTM is 14 Bil, FCF LTM is 12 Bil
3 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 22%
4 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Biotechnology & Genomics, Precision Medicine, and Aging Population & Chronic Disease. Themes include mRNA Technology, Show more.
5 Trading close to highs
Dist 52W High is 0.0%, Dist 3Y High is 0.0%
6 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -6.6%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -59%
7 Expensive valuation multiples
P/EBITPrice/EBIT or Price/(Operating Income) ratio is 25x, P/EPrice/Earnings or Price/(Net Income) is 44x
8 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -2.9%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -0.4%
9 Key risks
PFE key risks include [1] a significant "patent cliff" threatening blockbuster drugs like Eliquis and Ibrance, Show more.

PFE in ETFs

Weight = PFE's share of each fund

SPY0.27%
VOO0.25%
IVV0.26%
VTI0.22%
ITOT0.23%
IWB0.25%
RSP0.22%
VTV0.62%
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Valuation & Metrics

Price Chart

Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 11/3/2026

Pfizer (PFE) stock has gained about 25% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Pfizer reported stronger-than-expected fiscal Q3 2026 earnings and raised its full-year guidance. The company announced its third-quarter results on November 3, 2026, with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.87, exceeding the Wall Street consensus estimate of $0.73 to $0.735. Revenue also beat expectations, reaching $16.6 billion compared to the $16 billion consensus. Furthermore, Pfizer increased its full-year 2026 revenue guidance by $1.5 billion at the midpoint to a range of $62.0 billion to $64.0 billion (from $60.5 billion to $62.5 billion previously) and lifted its adjusted diluted EPS guidance to $2.95-$3.05 (from $2.80-$3.00).

2. Robust operational growth in Pfizer's non-COVID product portfolio, particularly from recently launched and acquired products, countered declines in pandemic-related sales. While overall revenue remained relatively flat year-over-year due to a 63% drop in Paxlovid revenue and a 29% decline in Comirnaty sales, the company's non-COVID products achieved 7% operational revenue growth in fiscal Q3 2026. Significantly, revenue from launched and acquired products surged 32% operationally year-over-year, contributing $3.8 billion to the quarter's revenue. Key growth drivers included Eliquis, which saw a 25% operational revenue increase, and Padcev, with a 55% operational revenue increase.

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Updated on 11/3/2026

Pfizer (PFE) stock has gained about 25% since 7/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Pfizer reported stronger-than-expected fiscal Q3 2026 earnings and raised its full-year guidance. The company announced its third-quarter results on November 3, 2026, with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.87, exceeding the Wall Street consensus estimate of $0.73 to $0.735. Revenue also beat expectations, reaching $16.6 billion compared to the $16 billion consensus. Furthermore, Pfizer increased its full-year 2026 revenue guidance by $1.5 billion at the midpoint to a range of $62.0 billion to $64.0 billion (from $60.5 billion to $62.5 billion previously) and lifted its adjusted diluted EPS guidance to $2.95-$3.05 (from $2.80-$3.00).

2. Robust operational growth in Pfizer's non-COVID product portfolio, particularly from recently launched and acquired products, countered declines in pandemic-related sales. While overall revenue remained relatively flat year-over-year due to a 63% drop in Paxlovid revenue and a 29% decline in Comirnaty sales, the company's non-COVID products achieved 7% operational revenue growth in fiscal Q3 2026. Significantly, revenue from launched and acquired products surged 32% operationally year-over-year, contributing $3.8 billion to the quarter's revenue. Key growth drivers included Eliquis, which saw a 25% operational revenue increase, and Padcev, with a 55% operational revenue increase.

3. Key regulatory approvals and pipeline advancements in oncology and vaccines during the period signaled future growth potential. Pfizer received several notable regulatory approvals since July 31, 2026. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded the approval of Talzenna in combination with Xtandi on October 26, 2026, for metastatic prostate cancer with homologous recombination repair (HRR) gene mutations, allowing for an earlier treatment setting. Additionally, the FDA approved Tukysa on October 7, 2026, in combination with trastuzumab and pertuzumab for the maintenance treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer, expanding its use to frontline therapy. Furthermore, the FDA approved the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine formula (Comirnaty XFG) for specific high-risk populations. The company also initiated 8 new Phase 3 studies since August 4, 2026, advancing its pipeline in areas like oncology, immunology, and obesity.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 23.1% change in PFE stock from 7/31/2026 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 129.0% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)731202611042026Change
Stock Price ($)25.0130.7923.1%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)63,31463,6240.5%
Net Income Margin (%)11.8%6.3%-46.4%
P/E Multiple19.043.5129.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5,6915,700-0.2%
Cumulative Contribution23.1%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2026 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PFE23.1% 
Market (SPY)2.6%1.9%
Sector (XLV)16.7%74.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 19.3% change in PFE stock from 4/30/2026 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 130.4% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)430202611042026Change
Stock Price ($)25.8130.7919.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)62,57963,6241.7%
Net Income Margin (%)12.4%6.3%-48.9%
P/E Multiple18.943.5130.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5,6865,700-0.2%
Cumulative Contribution19.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2026 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PFE19.3% 
Market (SPY)7.0%-3.8%
Sector (XLV)30.5%64.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The 33.7% change in PFE stock from 10/31/2025 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 257.3% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)1031202511042026Change
Stock Price ($)23.0330.7933.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)63,83363,624-0.3%
Net Income Margin (%)16.8%6.3%-62.4%
P/E Multiple12.243.5257.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5,6855,700-0.3%
Cumulative Contribution33.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2025 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PFE33.7% 
Market (SPY)13.4%13.6%
Sector (XLV)33.2%59.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 22.2% change in PFE stock from 10/31/2023 to 11/4/2026 was primarily driven by a 556.8% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)1031202311042026Change
Stock Price ($)25.2030.7922.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)79,26463,624-19.7%
Net Income Margin (%)27.1%6.3%-76.6%
P/E Multiple6.643.5556.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)5,6465,700-0.9%
Cumulative Contribution22.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

10/31/2023 to 11/4/2026
ReturnCorrelation
PFE22.2% 
Market (SPY)89.7%21.2%
Sector (XLV)59.5%56.0%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
PFE Return67%-10%-41%-2%1%30%12%
Peers Return23%27%5%11%26%34%209%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%11%102%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
PFE Win Rate75%42%17%33%42%73% 
Peers Win Rate55%68%45%53%63%69% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%36% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
PFE Max Drawdown-18%-28%-47%-20%-20%-16% 
Peers Max Drawdown-17%-15%-20%-22%-25%-15% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: JNJ, MRK, ABBV, LLY, BMY. See PFE Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 11/4/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventPFES&P 500
2025 US Tariff Shock
  % Loss-16.6%-18.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven19.9%23.1%
  Time to Breakeven89 days79 days
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-26.3%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven35.6%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven1044 days24 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-21.4%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven27.2%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven22 days140 days
2016-2017 Trump Reflation Bond Selloff
  % Loss-12.1%-3.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven13.7%3.9%
  Time to Breakeven104 days6 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-18.1%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven22.1%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven109 days62 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-16.1%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven19.1%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven87 days123 days

Compare to JNJ, MRK, ABBV, LLY, BMY

In The Past

Pfizer's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 19.9% gain to breakeven.

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EventPFES&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-26.3%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven35.6%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven1044 days24 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-21.4%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven27.2%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven22 days140 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-45.3%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven82.8%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven731 days1085 days

Compare to JNJ, MRK, ABBV, LLY, BMY

In The Past

Pfizer's stock fell -16.6% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 19.9% gain to breakeven.

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Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About Pfizer (PFE)

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) is a global biopharmaceutical company primarily engaged in the discovery, development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of a wide range of medicines and vaccines. The company focuses on creating innovative healthcare solutions across various therapeutic areas to address diverse medical needs worldwide.

Pfizer’s extensive product portfolio encompasses treatments for cardiovascular, metabolic, and women's health (e.g., Eliquis), oncology (e.g., Ibrance, Xtandi), and infectious diseases, including a notable oral COVID-19 treatment (Paxlovid). It is a major developer and provider of vaccines, with offerings for diseases such as pneumococcal disease (Prevnar family), meningococcal disease, and COVID-19 (Comirnaty). The company also develops biosimilars for chronic immune and inflammatory diseases (e.g., Xeljanz) and specialized medicines for rare conditions like amyloidosis and hemophilia (e.g., Vyndaqel/Vyndamax). Additionally, Pfizer operates a contract manufacturing business.

Pfizer serves a broad customer base that includes wholesalers, retailers, hospitals, clinics, government agencies, pharmacies, and individual healthcare provider offices. This comprehensive distribution network ensures its biopharmaceutical products are accessible through various channels to patients globally, often reaching disease control and prevention centers as well.

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  • Johnson & Johnson for prescription drugs and vaccines.
  • The Procter & Gamble of medical treatments.

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  • Premarin family: A group of hormone therapies primarily for menopausal symptoms and other related conditions.
  • Eliquis: An anticoagulant medication used to prevent and treat blood clots.
  • Ibrance: A prescription medicine primarily used to treat certain types of breast cancer.
  • Xtandi: A medication specifically used to treat prostate cancer.
  • Paxlovid: An oral antiviral treatment developed for COVID-19.
  • Comirnaty/BNT162b2: Pfizer's mRNA vaccine providing protection against COVID-19, developed with BioNTech.
  • Prevnar family: A series of vaccines designed to protect against pneumococcal disease.
  • Xeljanz: An oral medication used for various chronic immune and inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis.
  • Vyndaqel/Vyndamax: A treatment indicated for transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy.
  • BeneFIX: A coagulation factor IX treatment used for hemophilia B.
  • Genotropin: A recombinant human growth hormone prescribed for growth hormone deficiency.
  • Inflectra: A biosimilar medication used to treat several inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease.
  • Contract Manufacturing: Pfizer provides manufacturing services to other pharmaceutical companies.

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Pfizer (PFE) primarily sells its biopharmaceutical products to other companies and organizations. Based on the provided description, its major customers fall into the following categories:

  • Wholesalers
  • Retailers
  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Government agencies
  • Pharmacies
  • Individual provider offices
  • Disease control and prevention centers

The provided background information describes categories of customers rather than specific named companies, therefore no public company symbols can be provided for individual customers.

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BioNTech SE (BNTX)

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Albert Bourla, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Albert Bourla joined Pfizer in 1993 and has held several executive roles across the company's divisions, including Chief Operating Officer, before becoming Chief Executive Officer in January 2019. He is credited with leading Pfizer's transformation to become a more science-driven and innovative business. Dr. Bourla earned a doctorate in the biotechnology of reproduction from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki's Veterinary School in Greece. His career at Pfizer has included leadership positions in the animal health unit, established products, and global vaccines, oncology, and consumer healthcare. He was instrumental in the development and global distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.

David M. Denton, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

David M. Denton was appointed as Pfizer's Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President effective May 2, 2022. Before joining Pfizer, he served as CFO and Executive Vice President at Lowe's Companies, Inc. from 2018 to 2022. Prior to Lowe's, he had an extensive career at CVS Health, serving as CFO and Executive Vice President, and holding various leadership roles in finance and accounting for nearly two decades. At CVS, Mr. Denton played a key role in the company's transformation and was instrumental in structuring and negotiating the financing for CVS's acquisition of Aetna, which was considered one of the largest healthcare deals in history. He also led the integration of Caremark into CVS.

Chris Boshoff, MD, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and President, Research and Development

Dr. Chris Boshoff serves as Pfizer's Chief Scientific Officer and President, Research and Development, and is also the Chief Oncology Officer.

Mike McDermott, Chief Global Supply Officer, Executive Vice President

Mike McDermott leads all of Pfizer's internal and external manufacturing and supply chain activities, ensuring the uninterrupted supply of hundreds of Pfizer's medicines and vaccines, which includes more than 38 billion doses annually. The Pfizer Global Supply (PGS) network, under his leadership, comprises approximately 30,000 colleagues and contractors and 39 Pfizer global manufacturing sites. He played a crucial role in the manufacturing and global distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.

Aamir Malik, Chief U.S. Commercial Officer, Executive Vice President

Aamir Malik is Pfizer's Chief U.S. Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President, overseeing strategy, business development, portfolio management, new commercial initiatives, and innovative access relationships with payers and governments worldwide. Before joining Pfizer, Mr. Malik spent 25 years at McKinsey, where he led the firm's Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Products Practice.

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Here are the key risks to Pfizer's business:

  1. Patent Cliff / Loss of Exclusivity (LOE): Pfizer faces a significant "patent cliff" from 2026 to 2028, with key blockbuster drugs like Eliquis, Ibrance, and Xtandi losing patent protection. This is projected to result in a substantial decline in annual revenues, with estimates indicating a risk of $17-18 billion annually or approximately $29 billion through 2030. The loss of exclusivity could lead to rapid erosion of market share as generic and biosimilar competitors enter the market.
  2. Declining COVID-19 Product Sales: Revenue generated from Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, Comirnaty, and antiviral treatment, Paxlovid, is experiencing a steep decline. This decline is due to waning demand, lower vaccination rates, and the transition from government contracts to commercial market sales. This has already led to significant revenue drops and is expected to continue impacting Pfizer's top-line performance.
  3. Pipeline Execution and Competition: To offset the anticipated revenue declines from patent expirations and reduced COVID-19 product sales, Pfizer is heavily reliant on the successful development and commercialization of new products from its pipeline and recent acquisitions, particularly in areas like oncology and the competitive obesity market. There is a risk that these new drugs may not achieve the projected blockbuster status or may face intense competition, which could hinder the company's ability to replace lost revenues.

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Pfizer Inc. (PFE) operates in several significant addressable markets across its diverse product portfolio. The market sizes for its main products and services vary by therapeutic area and geographic region.

Vaccines

  • Pneumococcal Vaccines (Prevnar family): The global pneumococcal vaccine market was estimated at approximately USD 8.07 billion in 2023. This market is projected to reach USD 12.19 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2024 to 2030. North America held the largest revenue share in 2023.
  • Meningococcal Vaccines (Nimenrix, Trumenba): The global meningococcal vaccines market was estimated at USD 4.05 billion in 2025. It is projected to reach USD 5.96 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 4.5% from 2026 to 2033. North America held the largest market share in 2025.

Oncology

  • Global Oncology Market: The global oncology market size was estimated at USD 320.3 billion in 2024. This market is projected to grow to USD 866.1 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2025 to 2034. North America held approximately a 43% share in the global oncology market in 2024.
  • Breast Cancer (Ibrance): The global breast cancer market size was estimated at USD 26.23 billion in 2025. The global breast cancer drugs market size was estimated at USD 36.62 billion in 2024. North America dominated the global breast cancer market with a 42% share in 2025.
  • Prostate Cancer (Xtandi, Sutent): The global prostate cancer market size was estimated at USD 12.88 billion in 2025. It is predicted to reach approximately USD 28.83 billion by 2035. North America leads the prostate cancer drug market, holding a 40.1% share in 2024.
  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (Lorbrena, Sutent, Inlyta): The global non-small cell lung cancer market was estimated at USD 20.2 billion in 2024. The non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) therapeutics market size was valued at USD 38.49 billion in 2025. North America dominated the non-small cell lung cancer therapeutics market with a market share of 44.55% in 2025.

Sterile Injectable and Anti-infective Medicines

  • Sterile Injectables: The global sterile injectable market size was valued at USD 36.44 billion in 2025. North America dominated this market with approximately 42.5% revenue share in 2025.
  • Oral COVID-19 Treatment (Paxlovid): The global oral COVID-19 antiviral medicine market is projected to reach USD 14.07 billion by 2025. The global COVID-19 therapeutics market size will be USD 32.54 billion in 2025.

Rare Diseases

  • Amyloidosis (Vyndaqel/Vyndamax): The global amyloidosis treatment market size was estimated at USD 5.80 billion in 2024. It is projected to reach USD 11.13 billion by 2033. North America held the largest share of 39.36% of the global market in 2024.
  • Hemophilia (BeneFIX): The global hemophilia market size was valued at USD 14.33 billion in 2024. It is estimated to reach USD 33.42 billion by 2033. North America dominates the market, holding over 49.7% of the total market share in 2024.
  • Endocrine Diseases (Genotropin - Human Growth Hormone): The global human growth hormone market size was valued at USD 5.4 billion in 2023. This market is projected to grow to USD 9.5 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.7% from 2024 to 2032. North America dominated the market with a share of over 42% in 2023.

Cardiovascular Metabolic and Women's Health

  • Cardiovascular Metabolic and Women's Health (Eliquis, Premarin family):
    • Global Cardiovascular Drugs Market: The global cardiovascular drugs market size was valued at USD 54.43 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 75.90 billion by 2032. North America accounted for the largest market share in 2022.
    • Global Women's Health Market: The global women's health market size was valued at USD 37.8 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 64.6 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 5.5% from 2023 to 2032. North America held the largest share in this market in 2022.
    • Eliquis (Apixaban): The global apixaban market size was valued at USD 18.0 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 31.9 billion by 2032. North America dominated the apixaban market in 2022.

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Pfizer (PFE) anticipates several key drivers for future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years, primarily stemming from its robust pipeline of newly launched products and strategic acquisitions, aiming to offset declines in COVID-19 product sales and upcoming patent expirations.

  1. Growth of Recently Launched Non-COVID Products: Pfizer is focused on a wave of new product launches and indications (excluding COVID-19 related offerings). The company expects these launches, many with blockbuster potential, to generate substantial sales by 2030. Specific examples contributing to this growth include the RSV vaccine Abrysvo, Velsipity for ulcerative colitis, the pentavalent meningococcal vaccine Penbraya, and the migraine nasal spray Zavzpret.
  2. Expansion of Oncology Portfolio through Seagen Acquisition: The acquisition of Seagen, which closed in late 2023 or early 2024, significantly bolstered Pfizer's oncology capabilities. This strategic move added four antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs)—Adcetris, Padcev, Tukysa, and Tivdak—which are expected to contribute meaningfully to Pfizer's revenues. Pfizer aims to introduce at least eight new oncology medicines to the market by 2030, effectively doubling the number of cancer patients it treats.
  3. Entry into Metabolic Therapies with Metsera Acquisition: Pfizer's strategic investment in metabolic therapies, exemplified by its acquisition of obesity specialist Metsera in 2025, positions the company for growth in the expanding market for next-generation weight management treatments. This acquisition signifies a new therapeutic area focus designed to drive future revenue.
  4. Continued Performance of Key In-line Non-COVID Products: Several of Pfizer's established non-COVID products continue to provide significant revenue support. Strong performers include the Vyndaqel/Vyndamax family and the Prevnar family of vaccines. Additionally, products acquired in 2022, such as Nurtec ODT/Vydura and Oxbryta, are also contributing to the top line.

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Share Repurchases

  • Pfizer had a remaining share repurchase authorization of $3.3 billion as of August 5, 2025.
  • The company did not complete any share repurchases in 2025 and does not anticipate any in 2025 or 2026, as per current financial guidance.
  • In the first quarter of 2022, Pfizer purchased $2 billion of common stock under an existing $10 billion share repurchase authorization program established in 2018.

Share Issuance

  • Pfizer issued $31 billion in senior unsecured notes in May 2023, primarily to fund the acquisition of Seagen.
  • The acquisition of Seagen in March 2023 did not involve the issuance of new Pfizer shares.
  • Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding were approximately 5.69 billion in Q3 2025, with guidance assuming about 5.71 billion in 2025 and 5.74 billion in 2026.

Outbound Investments

  • Acquired Seagen for $43 billion in March 2023, significantly bolstering its oncology segment with antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology.
  • Acquired Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holdings for $11.6 billion in May 2022, focusing on migraine therapies, including the drug Nurtec ODT.
  • Acquired Global Blood Therapeutics (GBT) for approximately $5.4 billion in August 2022, expanding its capabilities in hematology, particularly for treatments addressing rare blood disorders like sickle cell disease.

Capital Expenditures

  • Pfizer's capital expenditures were $2.91 billion in 2024, a decrease from a peak of $3.907 billion in December 2023.
  • Expected capital expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year (2026) are $2.724 billion, with an average forecast of $2.566 billion over the next five fiscal years.
  • These investments primarily focus on research and development, new equipment, and technology to enhance manufacturing processes and R&D capabilities in therapeutic areas such as oncology, vaccines, and rare diseases.

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Peer Outperformance in Pharmaceuticals

PFE has outperformed 61% of its 59 Pharmaceuticals peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it is VTRS. Pharmaceuticals ranks 6th of 10 industries in Health Care by median 5Y return. The sector’s gains have largely come from elsewhere.
Share of Pharmaceuticals constituents that PFE has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
71%
of 69 industry peers · 35.6% return
3Y
58%
of 65 industry peers · 19.5% return
5Y
61%
of 59 industry peers · -9.3% return
Pharmaceuticals peers with revenue growth within 4pp of PFE's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
PFE Pfizer -2.9% 43.5x 35.6%19.5%-9.3% —
VTRS Viatris -1.8% -54.4x 89.7%135.2%73.4% +83pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Health Care sector, ranked by 5Y. Pharmaceuticals is PFE's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Health Care Distributors 6 13.4%63.7%103.3% CAH 490% · MCK 391% · COR 194%
Health Care Services 20 44.0%33.3%11.6% HIMS 220% · RDNT 148% · DGX 96%
Managed Health Care 8 44.6%5.6%0.6% OSCR 107% · HQY 59% · ELV 11%
Health Care Facilities 25 16.9%18.4%-3.0% THC 302% · NHC 241% · EHC 202%
Health Care Equipment 50 14.4%18.7%-15.0% UFPT 408% · GKOS 348% · PLSE 147%
Pharmaceuticals ← 60 -5.1%8.2%-35.2% LQDA 999% · KNSA 546% · LLY 448%
Health Care Supplies 11 34.9%23.0%-36.1% LNTH 267% · HAE 76% · MMSI 33%
Life Sciences Tools & Services 108 -6.2%-10.3%-74.1% AXGN 288% · NTRA 253% · MEDP 189%
Biotechnology 364 -21.1%-31.5%-81.7% ELVN 1112% · TRVI 1046% · DNTH 930%
Health Care Technology 21 -23.4%-56.5%-82.3% VEEV -3% · DOCS -52%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are limited to companies above $2B market cap.

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Financials

PFEJNJMRKABBVLLYBMYMedian
NamePfizer Johnson .Merck AbbVie Eli LillyBristol . 
Mkt Price30.90276.40150.67295.201,419.2764.15213.53
Mkt Cap176.1666.0371.9522.21,265.8131.1447.0
Rev LTM63,62499,33567,37866,01486,46250,03466,696
Op Inc LTM16,62425,5256,20123,74944,31514,60420,186
FCF LTM11,78619,59514,74618,87211,6899,28613,266
FCF 3Y Avg10,13019,10014,21218,0605,28312,79713,504
CFO LTM14,17326,15918,70320,08930,64510,65219,396
CFO 3Y Avg12,83825,17018,01119,15317,58014,09217,795

Growth & Margins

PFEJNJMRKABBVLLYBMYMedian
NamePfizer Johnson .Merck AbbVie Eli LillyBristol . 
Rev Chg LTM1.3%7.8%4.9%10.7%45.5%4.2%6.3%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-2.9%5.9%4.4%6.3%39.4%3.7%5.1%
Rev Chg Q-0.4%5.9%4.7%10.3%38.6%6.9%6.4%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM-0.1%1.4%1.2%2.5%8.5%1.7%1.6%
Op Inc Chg LTM-1.7%7.9%-72.3%65.3%67.9%27.9%17.9%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg16.3%4.4%19.8%17.8%68.3%25.3%18.8%
Op Mgn LTM26.1%25.7%9.2%36.0%51.3%29.2%27.7%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg23.3%25.4%22.2%29.2%43.7%22.8%24.4%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-0.6%-1.1%-1.3%2.0%1.5%1.0%0.2%
CFO/Rev LTM22.3%26.3%27.8%30.4%35.4%21.3%27.0%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg20.6%27.1%27.7%31.7%25.7%29.2%27.4%
FCF/Rev LTM18.5%19.7%21.9%28.6%13.5%18.6%19.1%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg16.2%20.6%21.9%29.9%6.3%26.5%21.2%

Valuation

PFEJNJMRKABBVLLYBMYMedian
NamePfizer Johnson .Merck AbbVie Eli LillyBristol . 
Mkt Cap176.1666.0371.9522.21,265.8131.1447.0
P/S2.86.75.57.914.62.66.1
P/Op Inc10.626.160.022.028.69.024.0
P/EBIT25.335.655.333.128.610.130.8
P/E43.741.4151.650.545.914.244.8
P/CFO12.425.519.926.041.312.322.7
Total Yield7.9%4.3%2.9%4.3%2.7%11.0%4.3%
Dividend Yield5.6%1.9%2.3%2.3%0.5%3.9%2.3%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg6.5%4.0%5.2%4.5%0.6%12.4%4.8%
D/E0.40.10.10.20.00.30.1
Net D/E0.30.00.10.10.00.20.1

Returns

PFEJNJMRKABBVLLYBMYMedian
NamePfizer Johnson .Merck AbbVie Eli LillyBristol . 
1M Rtn12.7%9.3%8.0%11.8%24.2%9.1%10.5%
3M Rtn19.7%7.8%18.1%20.6%21.5%1.9%18.9%
6M Rtn20.5%24.4%34.4%45.9%44.2%15.8%29.4%
12M Rtn36.1%51.3%84.9%40.8%57.5%47.0%49.1%
3Y Rtn19.9%98.9%59.7%130.6%155.2%39.9%79.3%
1M Excs Rtn15.6%11.7%9.4%14.6%25.8%10.8%13.1%
3M Excs Rtn19.8%9.9%19.9%23.6%21.1%2.9%19.8%
6M Excs Rtn17.7%21.6%31.6%43.1%41.5%13.1%26.6%
12M Excs Rtn23.6%41.3%77.5%33.0%48.8%35.1%38.2%
3Y Excs Rtn-59.3%23.0%-21.0%48.1%74.4%-37.4%1.0%

FDA Approved Drugs Data

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Post-Approval Fwd Returns
FDA
App #
Brand
Name
Generic
Name
Dosage
Form
FDA
Approval
3M
Rtn
6M
Rtn
1Y
Rtn
2Y
Rtn
Total
Rtn
BLA761369  HYMPAVZImarstacimab-hncqinjectable10112024-6.9%-22.4%-9.1%11.1%20.9%
NDA217439  TALZENNAtalazoparib tosylatecapsule30720249.1%9.6%6.0%15.1%35.5%
NDA216956  VELSIPITYetrasimod argininetablet10122023-12.6%-17.7%-6.2%-14.7%13.4%
BLA761345  ELREXFIOelranatamabsolution8142023-18.6%-21.1%-15.3%-20.9%3.5%
NDA215830  LITFULOritlecitinib tosylatecapsule6232023-13.7%-24.0%-23.5%-29.5%-1.4%
NDA217188  PAXLOVID (COPACKAGED)nirmatrelvirtablet5252023-3.3%-17.9%-19.4%-30.6%-0.2%
NDA216386  ZAVZPRETzavegepant hydrochloridespray, metered30920230.1%-11.2%-27.5%-24.3%-3.3%
NDA213871  CIBINQOabrocitinibtablet1142022-2.6%-4.3%-10.1%-43.6%-27.6%
NDA213082  XELJANZtofacitinib citratesolution92520204.4%2.7%26.8%31.4%15.8%
NDA212728  NURTEC ODTrimegepant sulfatetablet, orally disintegrating227202013.1%13.2%2.3%51.0%24.9%
...         
FDA-Licensed Biologics (CBER · Purple Book)
Post-Approval Fwd Returns
FDA
BLA #
Brand
Name
Generic
Name
License
Type
First
Approval
Latest
Approval
3M
Rtn
6M
Rtn
1Y
Rtn
2Y
Rtn
Total
Rtn
125264  Xynthaantihemophilic factor (recombinant), plasma/albumin free351(a)8/6/20108/6/20106.9%21.3%12.3%62.1%271.1%
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FDA
App #
Brand
Name
Generic
Name
Dosage
Form
FDA
Approval
3M
Rtn
6M
Rtn
1Y
Rtn
2Y
Rtn
Total
Rtn
BLA761369  HYMPAVZImarstacimab-hncqinjectable10112024-6.9%-22.4%-9.1%11.1%20.9%
NDA217439  TALZENNAtalazoparib tosylatecapsule30720249.1%9.6%6.0%15.1%35.5%
NDA216956  VELSIPITYetrasimod argininetablet10122023-12.6%-17.7%-6.2%-14.7%13.4%
BLA761345  ELREXFIOelranatamabsolution8142023-18.6%-21.1%-15.3%-20.9%3.5%
NDA215830  LITFULOritlecitinib tosylatecapsule6232023-13.7%-24.0%-23.5%-29.5%-1.4%
NDA217188  PAXLOVID (COPACKAGED)nirmatrelvirtablet5252023-3.3%-17.9%-19.4%-30.6%-0.2%
NDA216386  ZAVZPRETzavegepant hydrochloridespray, metered30920230.1%-11.2%-27.5%-24.3%-3.3%
NDA213871  CIBINQOabrocitinibtablet1142022-2.6%-4.3%-10.1%-43.6%-27.6%
NDA213082  XELJANZtofacitinib citratesolution92520204.4%2.7%26.8%31.4%15.8%
NDA212728  NURTEC ODTrimegepant sulfatetablet, orally disintegrating227202013.1%13.2%2.3%51.0%24.9%
BLA761118  ABRILADAadalimumab-afzbinjectable11152019-1.1%3.3%7.8%44.3%15.4%
NDA212436  IBRANCEpalbociclibtablet11012019-1.1%0.0%-3.9%23.3%13.1%
BLA761103  RUXIENCErituximab-pvvrinjectable7232019-14.7%-4.6%-7.0%4.2%1.7%
BLA761099  ZIRABEVbevacizumab-bvzrinjectable6272019-16.8%-7.6%-23.3%-2.8%0.9%
BLA761081  TRAZIMERAtrastuzumab-qyypinjectable31120194.7%-9.6%-13.4%-8.9%6.6%
NDA210656  DAURISMOglasdegib maleatetablet11212018-1.2%-0.9%-9.2%-8.1%3.5%
NDA210868  LORBRENAlorlatinibtablet110220181.5%-2.0%-7.4%-11.0%4.7%
NDA211651  TALZENNAtalazoparib tosylatecapsule10162018-2.0%-5.3%-14.4%-10.4%2.3%
NDA211288  VIZIMPROdacomitinibtablet9272018-1.6%-2.1%-14.6%-11.6%2.4%
BLA761072  IXIFIinfliximab-qbtxinjectable121320170.1%0.7%26.0%12.4%26.1%
NDA207621  TROXYCA ERnaltrexone hydrochloridecapsule, extended release8192016-9.1%-1.9%-2.8%29.8%38.6%
NDA208246  XELJANZ XRtofacitinib citratetablet, extended release223201614.8%19.2%16.4%28.6%64.7%
NDA207103  IBRANCEpalbociclibcapsule20320157.5%14.7%-3.3%7.4%60.8%
BLA022458  ELELYSOtaliglucerase alfapowder50120126.6%13.8%31.6%46.5%148.7%
NDA201370  HEPARIN SODIUMheparin sodiuminjectable7212011-5.8%11.0%22.9%56.2%190.9%
NDA022030  TOVIAZfesoterodine fumaratetablet, extended release10312008-16.2%-20.3%2.1%8.7%276.3%
NDA021483  GEODONziprasidone hydrochloridesuspension3292006-8.4%14.7%4.6%-11.4%197.5%
NDA021948  ERAXISanidulafungininjectable2172006-6.9%6.7%5.8%-5.6%190.8%
FDA-Licensed Biologics (CBER · Purple Book)
Post-Approval Fwd Returns
FDA
BLA #
Brand
Name
Generic
Name
License
Type
First
Approval
Latest
Approval
3M
Rtn
6M
Rtn
1Y
Rtn
2Y
Rtn
Total
Rtn
125264  Xynthaantihemophilic factor (recombinant), plasma/albumin free351(a)8/6/20108/6/20106.9%21.3%12.3%62.1%271.1%

Clinical Pipeline

Drug CandidateIndicationPhase 3 TrialsEst. Primary Completion
ElranatamabMultiple myeloma4Aug 2026
RSV Vaccine (RSVpreF)Prevention of respiratory syncytial virus infection4Aug 2026
Rimegepant (PF-07899801)Treatment and prevention of migraine5Nov 2026
RitlecitinibAlopecia areata and vitiligo6Dec 2026
Mevrometostat (PF-06821497)Prostate cancer3Dec 2026
Lyme Disease Vaccine (VLA15)Prevention of Lyme disease2Dec 2026
Vepdegestrant (ARV-471 / PF-07850327)Advanced breast cancer2Dec 2026
AvelumabAdvanced malignancies1Dec 2026
TofacitinibUlcerative colitis1Mar 2027
AbrocitinibAtopic dermatitis and eczema2May 2027
...   
Active Phase 3 studies led by the company. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Updated 8/28/2026

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Biopharma61,19962,40058,23799,82679,557
Other business activities1,3801,2281,3161,3491,731
Total62,57963,62859,553101,17581,288


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20042003200220012000
Pharmaceuticals21,5106,83712,92010,9368,859
Consumer Healthcare667571   
Animal Health353100   
Other-8,523-4,245   
Consumer Products  546787813
Total14,0073,26313,46611,7239,672


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20102009200820072006
Biopharmaceutical123,560120,789   
Corporate/Other52,63874,980   
Diversified18,25516,684   
Discontinued operations/Held for sale561496   
Animal Health  2,0752,0431,951
Corporate/other  148  
Pharmaceutical  60,59167,43172,497
Total195,014212,94962,81469,47474,448


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$30.79 
Market Cap ($ Bil)175.5 
First Trading Date06/01/1972 
Distance from 52W High0.0% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$28.68$26.42
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA7.3%16.6%
 3M1YR
Volatility20.7%21.5%
Downside Capture-38.0212.69
Upside Capture46.8442.83
Correlation (S&P 500)-8.7%13.1%
PFE Betas & Captures as of 10/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-0.99-0.37-0.06-0.100.210.33
Up Beta-1.16-0.080.05-0.030.280.27
Down Beta-1.11-1.11-0.69-0.240.090.47
Up Capture-37%6%53%12%30%9%
Bmk +ve Days12182862130427
Stock +ve Days12233665131376
Down Capture-143%-53%-69%-44%7%53%
Bmk -ve Days10253664121325
Stock -ve Days10182658115363

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with PFE
PFE33.8%21.5%1.25-
Sector ETF (XLV)33.1%16.7%1.5359.2%
Equity (SPY)13.2%12.9%0.6813.6%
Gold (GLD)1.0%28.8%0.039.5%
Commodities (DBC)35.9%21.2%1.34-10.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)14.3%14.1%0.7036.2%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-28.2%43.4%-0.653.1%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with PFE
PFE-1.4%25.4%-0.08-
Sector ETF (XLV)9.3%15.3%0.4054.3%
Equity (SPY)12.5%17.2%0.5525.9%
Gold (GLD)17.3%19.1%0.735.4%
Commodities (DBC)8.0%19.6%0.29-3.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.8%18.9%-0.0132.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)5.5%51.5%0.298.0%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with PFE
PFE4.2%24.1%0.17-
Sector ETF (XLV)12.5%16.8%0.6163.1%
Equity (SPY)15.4%18.0%0.7341.3%
Gold (GLD)11.9%16.5%0.593.8%
Commodities (DBC)7.4%18.1%0.336.8%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.7%20.7%0.2338.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)61.0%66.2%1.016.3%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date10152026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity137.8 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 9302026-8.3%
Average Daily Volume30.8 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest4.5 days
Basic Shares Quantity5,700.0 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares2.4%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 11/5/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/3/2026-2.2%  
8/4/20261.5%8.1%14.1%
5/5/20260.6%-0.2%-2.1%
2/3/2026-3.3%1.5%-0.2%
11/4/2025-1.5%0.6%6.1%
8/5/20255.2%4.5%5.4%
4/29/20253.2%3.6%2.5%
2/4/2025-1.3%-1.3%-1.0%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131311
# Negative121113
Median Positive3.1%3.6%8.6%
Median Negative-1.6%-3.2%-3.9%
Max Positive6.1%11.7%26.4%
Max Negative-3.3%-6.4%-9.3%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
11/3/2026-2.2%  
8/4/20261.5%8.1%14.1%
5/5/20260.6%-0.2%-2.1%
2/3/2026-3.3%1.5%-0.2%
11/4/2025-1.5%0.6%6.1%
8/5/20255.2%4.5%5.4%
4/29/20253.2%3.6%2.5%
2/4/2025-1.3%-1.3%-1.0%
10/29/2024-1.4%-3.8%-9.3%
7/30/20242.2%-3.2%-6.2%
5/1/20246.1%8.4%11.7%
1/30/2024-1.7%-3.3%-1.6%
12/14/2023-2.0%3.6%6.2%
10/13/20233.6%-4.5%-8.5%
8/1/2023-1.2%-1.1%0.2%
5/2/2023-0.4%-1.4%-2.0%
1/31/20231.4%0.5%-7.7%
11/1/20223.1%2.0%8.6%
7/28/2022-1.6%-3.3%-7.1%
5/3/20222.0%0.6%9.2%
2/8/2022-2.8%-6.4%-8.4%
11/2/20214.1%11.7%26.4%
7/28/20213.2%9.5%13.9%
5/4/20210.3%1.1%-1.7%
2/2/2021-2.3%-2.7%-3.9%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131311
# Negative121113
Median Positive3.1%3.6%8.6%
Median Negative-1.6%-3.2%-3.9%
Max Positive6.1%11.7%26.4%
Max Negative-3.3%-6.4%-9.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202611/03/202610-Q
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202502/26/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202505/05/202510-Q
12/31/202402/27/202510-K
09/30/202411/04/202410-Q
06/30/202408/05/202410-Q
03/31/202405/08/202410-Q
12/31/202302/22/202410-K
09/30/202311/08/202310-Q
06/30/202308/09/202310-Q
03/31/202305/10/202310-Q
12/31/202202/23/202310-K
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
09/30/202611/03/202610-Q
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202605/05/202610-Q
12/31/202502/26/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202505/05/202510-Q
12/31/202402/27/202510-K
09/30/202411/04/202410-Q
06/30/202408/05/202410-Q
03/31/202405/08/202410-Q
12/31/202302/22/202410-K
09/30/202311/08/202310-Q
06/30/202308/09/202310-Q
03/31/202305/10/202310-Q
12/31/202202/23/202310-K
09/30/202211/09/202210-Q
06/30/202208/10/202210-Q
03/31/202205/11/202210-Q
12/31/202102/24/202210-K
09/30/202111/12/202110-Q
06/30/202108/12/202110-Q
03/31/202105/13/202110-Q
12/31/202002/25/202110-K
09/30/202011/05/202010-Q
06/30/202008/06/202010-Q
03/31/202005/07/202010-Q
12/31/201902/27/202010-K

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 11/4/2026

Latest: Q3 2026 Earnings Reported 11/3/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted SI&A ExpensesReported12.50 Bil13.00 Bil13.50 Bil0.0% AffirmedGuidance: 13.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Adjusted R&D ExpensesReported10.80 Bil11.30 Bil11.80 Bil2.7% RaisedGuidance: 11.00 Bil for 2026
2026 RevenuesReported62.00 Bil63.00 Bil64.00 Bil2.4% RaisedGuidance: 61.50 Bil for 2026
2026 Effective Tax Rate on Adjusted IncomeReported 15.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 15.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported2.9533.053.4% RaisedGuidance: 2.9 for 2026
2026 Diluted Weighted-Average Shares OutstandingReported 5.74 Bil    
2026 Share RepurchasesReported 0    


Prior: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 5/5/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted SI&A ExpensesReported12.50 Bil13.00 Bil13.50 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 13.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Adjusted R&D ExpensesReported10.50 Bil11.00 Bil11.50 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 11.00 Bil for 2026
2026 RevenueReported59.50 Bil61.00 Bil62.50 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 61.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Effective Tax Rate on Adjusted IncomeReported 15.0%  0AffirmedGuidance: 15.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported2.82.930 AffirmedGuidance: 2.9 for 2026

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/3/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted SI&A ExpensesReported12.50 Bil13.00 Bil13.50 Bil-4.4% Lower NewGuidance: 13.60 Bil for 2025
2026 Adjusted R&D ExpensesReported10.50 Bil11.00 Bil11.50 Bil4.8% Higher NewGuidance: 10.50 Bil for 2025
2026 RevenueReported59.50 Bil61.00 Bil62.50 Bil-2.4% Lower NewGuidance: 62.50 Bil for 2025
2026 Effective Tax Rate on Adjusted IncomeReported 15.0%  4.0%Higher NewGuidance: 11.0% for 2025
2026 Adjusted Diluted EPSReported2.82.93-5.7% Lower NewGuidance: 3.08 for 2025

Insider Activity

Updated 11/3/2026
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2Blaylock, Ronald E DirectBuy805202625.4639,231998,8211,704,241Form
3Buckley, Mortimer J DirectBuy805202625.5237,632960,369960,369Form
4Damico, Jennifer BSVP & ControllerDirectSell610202625.702,00051,400806,903Form
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3Buckley, Mortimer J DirectBuy805202625.5237,632960,369960,369Form
4Damico, Jennifer BSVP & ControllerDirectSell610202625.702,00051,400806,903Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Nov 5, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Davern Capital Partners, LP$44.8 Mil12.3%17TRIM -22.0%13F
Talaria Asset Management Pty Ltd$50.0 Mil10.1%12Hold13F
Sector Gamma AS$30.6 Mil7.2%42ADD +27.0%13F
Allen Holding Inc /Ny$56.2 Mil5.6%9ADD +31.6%13F
Wilsey Asset Management Inc$33.3 Mil5.2%25Hold13F
America First Investment Advisors, LLC$25.2 Mil4.7%41ADD +7.6%13F
Coerente Capital Management$19.7 Mil3.7%47ADD +5.1%13F
Minneapolis Portfolio Management Group, LLC$33.9 Mil3.6%33New13F
Unisphere Establishment$411.4 Mil3.5%50Hold13F
Boothe Investment Group, Inc.$9.9 Mil3.2%40Hold13F
Defilade Capital Management, L.P.$19.4 Mil2.7%31TRIM -33.6%13F
Sound Shore Management Inc /CT/$80.6 Mil2.7%40New13F
Kahn Brothers Group Inc$13.6 Mil2.4%48TRIM -12.5%13F
Bruce & Co., Inc.$7.6 Mil2.2%41Hold13F
Schwerin Boyle Capital Management Inc$15.3 Mil1.9%47TRIM -7.0%13F
Keystone Financial Planning, Inc.$6.9 Mil1.8%40Hold13F
Westchester Capital Management, Inc.$7.9 Mil1.6%45Hold13F
Fairfax Financial Holdings LTD/ Can$27.8 Mil1.4%29ADD +11.2%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Sound Shore Management Inc /CT/$80.6 Mil2.7%40New13F
Minneapolis Portfolio Management Group, LLC$33.9 Mil3.6%33New13F
Allen Holding Inc /Ny$56.2 Mil5.6%9ADD +31.6%13F
Sector Gamma AS$30.6 Mil7.2%42ADD +27.0%13F
Fairfax Financial Holdings LTD/ Can$27.8 Mil1.4%29ADD +11.2%13F
America First Investment Advisors, LLC$25.2 Mil4.7%41ADD +7.6%13F
Coerente Capital Management$19.7 Mil3.7%47ADD +5.1%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQAs OfFiling
Avidity Partners Management LP$5.1 Mil1.5%39ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Defilade Capital Management, L.P.$19.4 Mil2.7%31TRIM -33.6%Mar 31, 202613F
Davern Capital Partners, LP$44.8 Mil12.3%17TRIM -22.0%Mar 31, 202613F
Kahn Brothers Group Inc$13.6 Mil2.4%48TRIM -12.5%Mar 31, 202613F
Schwerin Boyle Capital Management Inc$15.3 Mil1.9%47TRIM -7.0%Mar 31, 202613F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Unisphere Establishment$411.4 Mil3.5%50Hold13F
Sound Shore Management Inc /CT/$80.6 Mil2.7%40New13F
Allen Holding Inc /Ny$56.2 Mil5.6%9ADD +31.6%13F
Talaria Asset Management Pty Ltd$50.0 Mil10.1%12Hold13F
Davern Capital Partners, LP$44.8 Mil12.3%17TRIM -22.0%13F
Minneapolis Portfolio Management Group, LLC$33.9 Mil3.6%33New13F
Wilsey Asset Management Inc$33.3 Mil5.2%25Hold13F
Sector Gamma AS$30.6 Mil7.2%42ADD +27.0%13F
Fairfax Financial Holdings LTD/ Can$27.8 Mil1.4%29ADD +11.2%13F
America First Investment Advisors, LLC$25.2 Mil4.7%41ADD +7.6%13F
Coerente Capital Management$19.7 Mil3.7%47ADD +5.1%13F
Defilade Capital Management, L.P.$19.4 Mil2.7%31TRIM -33.6%13F
Schwerin Boyle Capital Management Inc$15.3 Mil1.9%47TRIM -7.0%13F
Kahn Brothers Group Inc$13.6 Mil2.4%48TRIM -12.5%13F
Boothe Investment Group, Inc.$9.9 Mil3.2%40Hold13F
Westchester Capital Management, Inc.$7.9 Mil1.6%45Hold13F
Bruce & Co., Inc.$7.6 Mil2.2%41Hold13F
Keystone Financial Planning, Inc.$6.9 Mil1.8%40Hold13F

PFE Trade Sentinel


Stock Conviction

Constructive

CONVICTION RATIONALE

Conviction is constructive based on accelerating execution against a clear strategy. The new product portfolio grew 32% operationally, a significant step-up that shows the plan to outrun patent expiries has traction. While the 2026-2030 revenue cliff is a major headwind, management's consistent guidance raises and pipeline progress provide confidence in their ability to navigate it.

STOCK ARCHETYPE
Patent-Protected Franchise

(Volume of prescriptions for key in-patent drugs) x (Net Price after rebates) + (New Product Launch Uptake) - (Revenue Erosion from Loss of Exclusivity) The mix shift from mature products facing pricing pressure and patent cliffs to new, patent-protected specialty drugs in high-value therapeutic areas like oncology and rare diseases, which can command higher net prices.

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INVESTMENT THESIS
Can new product growth successfully bridge the 2026-2030 patent cliff?

Current evidence suggests the strategy is working, with the new growth engine showing significant acceleration.

Mechanism: The 'launched and acquired products' portfolio is scaling rapidly, growing 32% operationally in Q3 2026, to replace revenues from drugs losing exclusivity and return the company to growth post-2028.
Supporting Evidence:
  • Launched and acquired products revenue grew 32% operationally in Q3 2026.
  • The core non-COVID business grew operationally in Q3 2026.
  • Full-year 2026 revenue guidance was raised by $1.5 billion at the midpoint.
  • Full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance was raised to a range of $2.95 to $3.05.
  • The company recently achieved 8 key pivotal study starts for its pipeline.
PRIMARY RISK
The Patent Cliff Overwhelms New Growth

The company faces a 'significant reduction of revenue' from 2026 through 2030 as multiple blockbusters lose exclusivity, a headwind potentially too large for new products to offset in time.

Mechanism: A deceleration in 'launched and acquired products' growth below 32% would confirm this risk.
Supporting Evidence:
  • The company anticipates a significant revenue reduction from expiries through 2030.
  • The rate of this revenue reduction is expected to 'significantly accelerate'.
  • Key drugs Eliquis, Ibrance, and Xtandi face government-set prices.
  • Net debt has risen to $48.4 billion, limiting financial flexibility.
  • Interest coverage is low at 2.6 times.
Key KPI Watchlist
KPI Status Rationale
Launched and Acquired Products Revenue Growth32% operational growth in Q3 2026 - AcceleratingThe growth rate for this critical cohort, which is key to offsetting future patent expirations, is accelerating. While Q2's 18% growth was a sequential dip, management noted at the time it was tempered by onetime items. The latest quarter's 32% growth marks a significant step-up and a return to an accelerating trajectory.
Non-COVID Products Revenue Growth7% operational growth in Q3 2026 - StableGrowth in the core non-COVID business, which excludes the volatile COVID-19 franchise, has been stable. The rate returned to 7% in the latest quarter after a slight dip to 5% in Q2 2026, indicating resilient underlying demand.
Pivotal Study Starts8 key pivotal study starts (In recent months as of the Q3 2026 earnings call)Indicates progress in advancing the late-stage R&D pipeline, which is the source of future revenue growth. Management highlights this as a measure of R&D execution and prioritization of high-value opportunities.
Core Investment Debate

New Product Acceleration vs. Patent Cliff Gravity

BULL VIEW

Bulls believe the 32% operational growth in new products is sustainable and proves management's acquisition and launch strategy can successfully navigate the upcoming losses of exclusivity.

CORE TENSION

Can the accelerating 32% growth from new products offset the 'significant' revenue reduction from the 2026-2030 patent cliff, a risk the market's flat reaction to a guidance raise suggests is underestimated?


PREVAILING SENTIMENT
CAUTIOUSLY BULLISH

The latest evidence favors the bulls. The 32% growth in Q3 was a material acceleration from Q2, showing strengthening momentum in the company's designated growth engine.

BEAR VIEW

Bears argue the new product growth is a temporary surge from recent acquisitions that will fade, leaving the company exposed to the full force of the patent cliff and regulatory pricing pressure.

Next 6 months: Risks and Catalysts
Timeline Event & Metric To Watch
later this year
Oral STAT6 Program Update
Watch: Company to provide an update on its oral STAT6 program.
end of this year
Amylin/GLP-1 Combo Update
Watch: Company to provide an update on the Phase 1/2a study of its amylin and GLP-1 combination.
1/26/2027
Intensifying Peer Competition
Watch: Peer earnings calls reporting outperformance in oncology, vaccines, or immunology, suggesting market share pressure on Pfizer's growth drivers.
2/1/2027
COVID Guidance Miss
Watch: Q4 results showing Comirnaty or Paxlovid sales below the implied quarterly run-rate needed to meet the $4 billion annual target.
2/1/2027
Quarterly Earnings Report
Watch: Company to report Q4 2026 earnings.
2/2/2027
Peer MRK Earnings
Watch: Peer Merck (MRK) is scheduled to report earnings.
around middle of December
Weak 2027 Guidance
Watch: Revenue and EPS guidance that implies significant margin compression or revenue decline due to LOE and IRA impacts.
end of this year
Negative Pipeline Readouts
Watch: Company press releases announcing trial failures, delays, or negative regulatory feedback for STAT6, amylin/GLP-1, or the Lyme vaccine.
around middle of December
Full-Year 2027 Guidance
Watch: Company to provide 2027 financial guidance.
Key Events in Last 6 Months
Date Event Stock Impact
2026-11-03
Q3 Results and Guidance Raise
Details: Pfizer reported strong Q3 2026 results and raised its full-year 2026 guidance for both revenues and adjusted diluted EPS.
+0.4%
$30.67 -> $30.79
2026-10-27
Positive Elrexfio Phase 3 Data
Details: The Phase 3 MagnetisMM-32 study of Elrexfio in relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma met its primary endpoint of progression-free survival at a pre-specified interim analysis.
-1.1%
$29.79 -> $29.45
2026-08-27
New COVID Vaccine Approved
Details: The European Commission and U.S. FDA authorized and approved, respectively, the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine formula targeting the XFG variant.
-1.2%
$28.30 -> $27.96
2026-08-04
Q2 Results and Guidance Raise
Details: Pfizer reported Q2 results and raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance by $500 million at the midpoint, while reaffirming adjusted EPS guidance.
+3.1%
$25.03 -> $25.81
2026-06-24
CFO Departure Announced
Details: Press reports in June noted the departure of CFO David Denton for Nike, which a market commentary piece suggested tested confidence in the company's 2026 outlook.
-4.2%
$24.30 -> $23.26
2026-05-28
Innovent Oncology Collaboration
Details: Pfizer and Innovent Biologics entered a strategic global licensing and collaboration agreement to research and develop 12 new early-stage and de novo cancer medicines.
-0.1%
$25.76 -> $25.73
Risk Management
Position Sizing

4% - 6%

NORMAL POSITION

Sizing is volatility-based: PFE trades at roughly 20% annualized realized (three-month) volatility versus about 10% for the S&P 500 (2.0x the market). A 4% - 6% position keeps a single-name swing of that size within a diversified portfolio's risk budget.

Diversification Alternatives
LLY - Eli Lilly
Pure-Play Innovation Growth

Eli Lilly offers exposure to breakthrough therapies with much higher growth and superior 83.6% gross margins, avoiding Pfizer's near-term patent cliff issues.

Core Thesis: An investment in a company successfully commercializing highly differentiated products that are defining the forefront of therapy in high-demand markets.
JNJ - Johnson & Johnson
Diversified Scale and Stability

With revenues 1.6 times larger than Pfizer's, Johnson & Johnson provides greater scale and diversification, offering a more stable profile for investors seeking exposure to large-cap pharma with less transition-specific risk.

Core Thesis: An investment in a market-leading, diversified healthcare giant with structural advantages in manufacturing, global distribution, and negotiating power.
How Is The Market Pricing PFE?

Pfizer is a battleship navigating a massive patent cliff by aggressively acquiring and launching new assets in high-growth areas like oncology and obesity to rebuild its revenue base before key blockbusters go generic.

After a massive revenue surge from COVID-19 products, Pfizer is now focused on a major portfolio transition. The company faces a significant revenue reduction from patent expiries for several blockbuster drugs between 2026 and 2030. The core investment thesis hinges on whether its newly acquired and launched products, combined with a promising late-stage pipeline, can scale quickly enough to offset these losses and return the company to a high single-digit growth trajectory post-2028.

What will confirm the thesis

Strong uptake and continued double-digit growth in 'launched and acquired products'; positive pivotal data readouts for key pipeline assets like mevrometostat (prostate cancer) and tilrekimig (I&I); successful label expansions for new oncology drugs.

What will damage the thesis

Failures in late-stage clinical trials; faster-than-expected revenue erosion for products losing exclusivity; intensified pricing pressure from regulators or payors on new launches.

Noise: Real but irrelevant to thesis

Early-stage pipeline announcements, minor patent litigation outside of core products, and quarterly fluctuations in COVID-19 product sales.

Repricing Catalyst

The market's re-evaluation of Pfizer's post-2028 growth prospects, driven by the cadence of pivotal trial readouts and the revenue trajectory of its new product launches over the next 12-24 months.

What PFE Makes & Who Pays
TTM figures based on the twelve months through fiscal Q3 2026
Biopharma
$62.2B TTM (98% of Total)
What It Is

Sells a portfolio of innovative medicines and vaccines to wholesalers, retailers, hospitals, clinics, and government agencies worldwide. Key product areas include Primary Care (e.g., Eliquis, Prevnar family, Comirnaty, Paxlovid, Nurtec), Specialty Care (e.g., Xeljanz, Vyndaqel family), and Oncology (e.g., Ibrance, Xtandi, Padcev).

Who Pays & How

Wholesalers and governments are the direct purchasers, but payment is ultimately funded by government programs and private insurers. They pay to provide patients with therapies that treat diseases and improve health, with formulary access often dependent on negotiated rebates.

Unit sales of products at list prices, which are then subject to significant deductions for rebates to entities like PBMs and MCOs, chargebacks, and government-mandated discounts.
Competition
Other worldwide research-based biopharmaceutical companies (such as Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Eli Lilly, AbbVie, and Bristol Myers Squibb), smaller research companies, and generic/biosimilar manufacturers.
Competitors may have successful R&D programs, operate with lower R&D expenses (in the case of generics), or introduce new products that erode sales of Pfizer's existing portfolio.
Patent protection for its products, a large-scale global commercial and manufacturing infrastructure, and significant investment in a broad R&D pipeline to replenish products that lose exclusivity.
Other business activities
$1.4B TTM (2% of Total)
What It Is

This includes PC1, a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that supplies specialty active pharmaceutical ingredients, and Pfizer Ignite, which provides R&D services to biotech companies (this business is being wound down).

Who Pays & How

Other pharmaceutical and biotech companies pay for manufacturing services and R&D expertise to support their own product development and supply chains.

Contract-based fees for manufacturing and R&D services.
Competition
PFE Evolution: Price Return by Era
Through 2020 · Pre-COVID Diversified Pharma
-2%
The company operated as a large, diversified biopharmaceutical firm with a portfolio of blockbuster drugs. Revenue was relatively stable annually from 2023-2025 (excluding the 2021-2022 peak).
2021-2022 · COVID-19 Revenue Peak
+49%
Driven by the unprecedented global success of its COVID-19 vaccine (Comirnaty) and treatment (Paxlovid), Pfizer's revenues surged in 2022. This period generated massive cash flows, enabling significant investment in R&D and business development.
2023-Present · Post-COVID Pivot and LOE Navigation
-27%
As COVID-related revenues declined sharply, the company's focus shifted to navigating a major 'patent cliff' with several key drugs losing exclusivity through 2030. This era is defined by aggressive M&A (Seagen, Metsera, Biohaven) and a focus on launching new products to build the next wave of growth, particularly in oncology and obesity.
Market Appears To Be Cautiously Supportive
Price structure is strongly bullish. The regime, trend, and proximity to highs all point towards intact institutional trend. Relative to SPY: Decisively outperforming and improving. Potential evidence of active institutional rotation. Volume and momentum are strongly confirming. The institutional accumulation is evident and momentum is accelerating. Earnings history is mildly cautionary. The reaction or drift are negative, and the market is beginning to push back on the thesis.
① Structure
+4
Structural pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by trend regime, SMA cross events, proximity to 52W high, and relative strength vs SPY.
② Volume / Momentum
+3
Volume/Momentum pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by institutional footprint score, OBV divergence, and momentum character.
③ Catalyst
-1
Catalyst pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by earnings day reaction, 20D post-earnings drift, and post-earnings volume character.
Combined Score
6 / 12
1 Price Structure & Trend Trending Up · Golden Cross ▾
2 Momentum Accelerating ▾
3 Relative Strength vs. SPY Strong Outperformance ▾
4 Institutional Footprint & Volume Mild Accumulation ▾
5 Volatility Normal ▾
6 Key Price Levels Range · Vol Rising ▾
7 Earnings Reaction History Inconsistent ▾
8 How the Verdict Is Derived Three Pillars ▾
Core Cache Last Updated: 11/4/2026