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Sep 30, 2020

Amgen Q3 2020 Earnings Report

Amgen's financial performance for Q3 2020 showcased strong revenue growth and earnings per share, driven by increased volume growth and strategic acquisitions.

Key Takeaways

Amgen reported a 12% increase in total revenues to $6.4 billion for the third quarter of 2020, driven by higher volume growth. GAAP EPS increased by 5% to $3.43, while non-GAAP EPS increased by 19% to $4.37. The company generated $3.2 billion in free cash flow.

Total revenues increased by 12% to $6.4 billion compared to Q3 2019, driven by volume growth.

GAAP EPS increased 5% to $3.43, and non-GAAP EPS increased 19% to $4.37.

Free cash flow remained consistent at $3.2 billion compared to the same period last year.

2020 total revenue guidance narrowed to $25.1-$25.5 billion, and EPS guidance was revised to $11.53-$11.93 on a GAAP basis and $15.80-$16.15 on a non-GAAP basis.

Total Revenue
$6.42B
Previous year: $5.74B
+12.0%
EPS
$4.37
Previous year: $3.66
+19.4%
Gross Profit
$4.86B
Previous year: $4.7B
+3.4%
Cash and Equivalents
$9.09B
Previous year: $11.4B
-20.4%
Free Cash Flow
$3.2B
Previous year: $3.21B
-0.2%
Total Assets
$64.6B
Previous year: $59.5B
+8.6%

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Forward Guidance

Amgen narrowed its total revenue guidance for 2020 to $25.1-$25.5 billion. The company revised its EPS guidance to $11.53-$11.93 on a GAAP basis and $15.80-$16.15 on a non-GAAP basis.

Positive Outlook

  • Total revenues are expected to be in the range of $25.1 billion to $25.5 billion.
  • GAAP EPS is projected to be in the range of $11.53 to $11.93.
  • Non-GAAP EPS is expected to be in the range of $15.80 to $16.15.
  • Capital expenditures are estimated to be approximately $600 million.
  • Quarterly dividend is maintained at $1.60 per share.

Challenges Ahead

  • Share repurchases are expected to be at the lower end of the previous guidance of $3 billion to $5 billion.
  • The company anticipates continued quarter-to-quarter variability due to the pandemic.
  • Expected decline in year-over-year growth rates for Prolia in Q4 compared to pre-COVID-19 trends.
  • U.S. sales of Parsabiv were negatively impacted late in Q3, and this trend is expected to continue in Q4.
  • Neulasta pricing and volume trends are expected to continue to decline.

Revenue & Expenses

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