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Eli Lilly & Co. (NYSE:LLY)

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Income Statement
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Eli Lilly & Co., consolidated income statement (quarterly data)

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3 months ended: Dec 31, 2025 Sep 30, 2025 Jun 30, 2025 Mar 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021
Revenue
Cost of sales
Gross margin
Research and development
Marketing, selling, and administrative
Acquired in-process research and development
Asset impairment, restructuring, and other special charges
Operating income
Other, net, income (expense)
Income before income taxes
Income taxes
Net income (loss)

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-03-31).


The financial performance presented demonstrates significant fluctuations and overall growth over the observed period. Revenue exhibited a generally increasing trend, with notable acceleration beginning in the latter half of 2023 and continuing into 2025. Cost of sales also increased, but at a rate that did not consistently outpace revenue growth, resulting in expanding gross margins.

Operating income experienced volatility, particularly in the earlier periods, but ultimately showed substantial improvement, driven by revenue increases and managed operating expenses. Net income mirrored this trend, with a significant increase in profitability observed from 2023 onwards, although a notable dip occurred in the third quarter of 2023.

Revenue Growth
Revenue initially fluctuated between approximately US$6.7 billion and US$8.0 billion from 2021 through 2022. A clear upward trend emerged in 2023, accelerating through 2024 and into 2025, reaching US$19.292 billion by September 2025. This suggests successful product launches, market penetration, or increased demand for existing products.
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross margin generally improved over the period, increasing from approximately US$4.7 billion to US$5.9 billion in 2021-2022. While some quarterly variations existed, the trend continued upward, reaching US$15.920 billion by September 2025. This indicates improved efficiency in production or a shift towards higher-margin products.
Research and Development (R&D) Expenditure
R&D expenses remained consistently high throughout the period, ranging from approximately US$1.6 billion to US$2.8 billion per quarter. The increasing trend in R&D spending, particularly in 2024 and 2025, suggests a continued commitment to innovation and the development of new products. A significant spike in acquired in-process R&D was observed in the third quarter of 2023 and the first quarter of 2025.
Operating Expense Management
Marketing, selling, and administrative expenses also increased over time, but generally at a slower rate than revenue growth. This suggests effective cost control in these areas. Asset impairment, restructuring, and other special charges were present in several quarters, but their impact appeared to diminish over time.
Net Income Volatility and Growth
Net income experienced significant volatility, particularly in the earlier periods. A substantial decline was observed in the third quarter of 2023, resulting in a net loss. However, net income rebounded strongly in subsequent quarters, demonstrating significant growth and reaching US$6.638 billion by September 2025. This suggests the impact of the third quarter 2023 loss was temporary and the company has since achieved substantial profitability.
Tax Rate
The effective tax rate fluctuated considerably. It was negative in some quarters, indicating the benefit of tax credits or adjustments. The tax rate increased significantly in the later periods, impacting net income.

Overall, the financial performance indicates a company experiencing substantial revenue growth and improving profitability, driven by effective cost management and a strong commitment to research and development. The volatility in net income, particularly the loss in the third quarter of 2023, warrants further investigation, but the subsequent recovery and strong performance suggest a positive trajectory.