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Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY) FY Conference Transcript
LillyLilly(US:LLY)2025-09-08 14:15

Summary of Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY) FY Conference Call - September 08, 2025 Company Overview - Company: Eli Lilly and Company - Industry: Biopharmaceuticals, specifically focusing on oncology and diabetes treatments Key Points on Oncology Strategy - R&D Strategy Reboot: Eli Lilly has revamped its oncology R&D strategy to enhance productivity and consistency in developing new medicines [2][3] - Focus Areas: - Common Cancer Vulnerabilities: Targeting genomic alterations in cancers, such as: - KRAS G12C inhibitor for lung cancer (13% prevalence) [3] - PI3K program for ER-positive breast cancer (40% prevalence) [3] - FGFR3 program for bladder cancer (15-20% prevalence) [3] - Treatment Resistance: Addressing solid tumors that have not benefited from recent innovations, focusing on antibody-drug conjugates and radioligand therapies [4][5] - Immuno-Oncology: The company remains agnostic to specific biological axes, focusing on differentiated approaches and T cell redirecting bispecific antibodies [8][9] Key Points on Diabetes and Obesity Treatments - Tirzepatide Outcomes: Recent studies show an 8% improvement in MACE outcomes and significant reductions in all-cause mortality [15][16] - Orforglipron: A new oral medication that mirrors the efficacy of GLP-1 monoagonists, with a favorable tolerability profile [16][22] - Upcoming Studies: The Achieve 3 study aims to compare Orforglipron with Novo's Rybelsus, with expectations of superior results [25][26] Key Points on CLL Treatments - Jaypirca (pirtobrutinib): Positive results from two phase 3 studies, showing non-inferiority and potential superiority over Imbruvica in treatment-naive patients [30][31] - Market Positioning: Jaypirca is positioned for both treatment-naive and relapsed patients, with ongoing studies to explore its use in combination therapies [34][40] Other Important Insights - Market Growth: The CLL market is expected to continue growing due to the introduction of new therapies like Jaypirca, which can extend disease control [41] - Portfolio Strategy: Eli Lilly is developing a broad portfolio, including Retatrutide and an amylin agonist, to address various patient needs in obesity and diabetes [52][56] - Clinical Trial Landscape: The company is conducting multiple studies to cover a wide range of treatment options, aiming for flexibility in prescribing [40][56] Conclusion Eli Lilly is strategically positioning itself in the oncology and diabetes markets through innovative R&D, focusing on common vulnerabilities and treatment resistance in oncology, while also expanding its diabetes portfolio with promising new therapies. The company is committed to addressing patient needs through a diverse range of treatment options and ongoing clinical trials.