Amgen (AMGN) Announces Launch of AmgenNow

Core Insights - Amgen Inc. is recognized as one of the Best Wide Moat Stocks due to its strong intellectual property and brand reputation [1] - The launch of AmgenNow, a direct-to-patient program for Repatha, aims to reduce drug prices significantly, with a monthly price of $239, approximately 60% lower than the current US list price [1] - Amgen announced a $650 million expansion of its US manufacturing network to enhance drug production and integrate advanced technologies [2] - Despite strong sales growth in key drugs, Amgen faced challenges from macroeconomic factors, including potential tariff impacts and drug pricing pressures [3] - The company reaffirmed its commitment to domestic manufacturing with $2 billion expansions planned in Ohio and North Carolina, building on over $5 billion in US operational investments since 2017 [3] - Amgen's pipeline remains robust, with positive results from trials for gastric cancer and a weight-loss drug, MariTide, which shows promise for convenient dosing [3]