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Research Alert: Amgn Q1 Tops Estimates Driven By Diversified Growth And Pipeline Investments

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-- CFRA, an independent research provider, has providedwith the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:

Amgen delivered solid Q1 2026 results with revenues of $8.6B (+6% Y/Y), $50M above consensus, and non-GAAP EPS of $5.15 (+5% Y/Y), beating expectations by $0.38. The company demonstrated continued execution of its portfolio diversification strategy, with sixteen products achieving double-digit growth and seventeen products annualizing above $1B. We favorably view AMGN's broad-based growth across newer therapeutic franchises, with standout performances from Repatha (+34% Y/Y), TEPEZZA (+29% Y/Y), and TEZSPIRE (+20% Y/Y), offsetting expected declines in legacy products facing biosimilar competition. Management raised 2026 guidance to $37.1B-$38.5B in revenues and EPS of $21.70-$23.10. R&D expenses surged 16% Y/Y to $1.7B, reflecting intensive investments in the MariTide obesity program and multiple Phase 3 studies. We believe AMGN's successful portfolio transformation and strategic focus on high-growth therapeutic areas position it well for sustained long-term growth.

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