Jim Cramer on Amgen: “They Have A Lot of Good Medicines”

Core Viewpoint - Amgen Inc. needs to broaden its portfolio and improve its narrative around its products despite having a strong quarter [1] Company Overview - Amgen Inc. manufactures human therapeutics targeting cancer, cardiovascular, inflammatory, and bone disorders [1] - Key products include Enbrel, Prolia, Repatha, Otezla, and Kyprolis [1] Product Comparison - Amgen's MariTide requires only one injection per month, contrasting with competitors like Mounjaro and Ozempic, which require weekly injections [1] Market Reaction - Following Amgen's presentation, the market reacted negatively, resulting in a significant sell-off of the stock [1] - New information was presented regarding a Phase 1 trial, indicating lower starting doses of MariTide with different escalation schedules resulted in far less vomiting [1]