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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Viatris Inc.operates as a healthcare company worldwide.The company operates in four segments: Developed Markets, Greater China, JANZ, and Emerging Markets.


It offers prescription brand drugs, generic drugs, complex generic drugs, biosimilars, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).The company offers drugs in various therapeutic areas, including noncommunicable and infectious diseases; biosimilars in the areas of oncology, immunology, endocrinology, ophthalmology, and dermatology; and APIs for antibacterial, central nervous system agents, antihistamines/antiasthmatics, cardiovascular, antivirals, antidiabetics, antifungals, and proton pump inhibitor areas, as well as support services, such as diagnostic clinics, educational seminars, and digital tools to help patients better manage their health.It provides its medicines in the form of oral solid doses, injectables, complex dosage forms, and APIs to retail and pharmacy establishments, wholesalers and distributors, payers, insurers and governments, and institutions.


The company distributes its products through pharmaceutical wholesalers/distributors, pharmaceutical retailers, institutional pharmacies, mail-order and e-commerce pharmacies, and specialty pharmacies.It sells its products under the Lyrica, Lipitor, Creon, Influvac, Wixela Inhub, EpiPen auto-injector, Fraxiparine, and Yupelri; Norvasc and Viagra; AMITIZA, Lipacreon, and Effexor; and Celebrex and ARV names, as well as offers biosimilars franchises, including Fulphila, Ogivri, Hulio, and SEMGLEE.The company has collaboration and licensing agreements with Revance Therapeutics, Inc.; Momenta Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Theravance Biopharma, Inc.; Biocon Ltd.; and Fujifilm Kyowa Kirin Biologics Co. Ltd.


Viatris Inc.was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.

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1.b. Last Insights on VTRS

Viatris Inc.'s recent performance was positively driven by its Q3 2025 earnings beat, with adjusted EPS of $0.67 exceeding the estimated $0.63. Revenue reached $3.76 billion, surpassing the estimated $3.61 billion. The company's operational revenue growth was approximately 1% excluding the indoor impact. Additionally, Viatris acquired Aculys Pharma, including rights to Pitolisant in Japan and Spydia in certain Asia-Pacific markets. The company also returned over $920 million of capital to shareholders year-to-date, including $500 million in share repurchases.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Viatris Q3 2025: Strong Commercial Execution and Pipeline Advancements

Viatris delivered a robust financial performance in Q3 2025, with total revenues of $3.76 billion, down 1% versus the prior year, but operational revenue growth was 1% excluding the Indore impact. Adjusted gross margin was 56%, in line with expectations, but impacted by the Indore issue. The company's actual EPS came out at $0.67, beating estimates of $0.63. Free cash flow generation remained strong at $658 million, or $728 million excluding transaction-related costs, enabling significant share buybacks and returning over $920 million to shareholders year-to-date.

Publication Date: Nov -10

📋 Highlights
  • Revenue Growth: Total revenues of $3.76 billion, with 1% operational growth excluding Indore impact.
  • Free Cash Flow: Generated $658 million, enabling $500 million in share repurchases year-to-date and $150 million since Q2.
  • Pipeline Progress: NDA submission for fast-acting meloxicam expected by year-end, with peak sales potential of $500 million.
  • Guidance Update: Raised full-year guidance for total revenues, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPS, driven by FX and operational performance.
  • Strategic Cost Savings: Enterprise-wide review targets significant savings, with plans to reinvest a portion for future growth, focusing on R&D and commercial efficiency.

Revenue Breakdown and Regional Performance

The company's commercial performance was strong across its portfolio, particularly in Europe, emerging markets, and the Greater China region. Net sales decreased 9% in Japan, primarily due to government price regulations and a change in reimbursement policy affecting off-patent brands. However, Greater China saw positive momentum with net sales exceeding expectations and growing 9%. As Theodora Mistras mentioned, the company expects the underlying positive fundamentals to continue into 2026, with new product contribution expected to be in the range of $450 million to $550 million.

Pipeline Advancements and Growth Drivers

Viatris' pipeline is advancing at a strong pace, with several highlights, including the fast-acting meloxicam, which is expected to be submitted for NDA by the end of the year. The company is optimistic about its potential, with peak sales potentially reaching $0.5 billion. Additionally, the low-dose estrogen weekly patch is under FDA review, and sotagliflozin filings have been made in multiple markets around the world.

Valuation and Return Metrics

Using the current valuation metrics, Viatris' P/E Ratio stands at -3.19, P/B Ratio at 0.77, and P/S Ratio at 0.83. The company's Dividend Yield is 4.74%, and Free Cash Flow Yield is 14.13%. Analysts estimate next year's revenue growth at 1.2%. These metrics indicate that the company is priced in for a certain level of growth, and the upcoming year will be crucial in determining whether Viatris can meet these expectations.

Enterprise-Wide Strategic Review and Cost Savings

The company is undertaking an enterprise-wide strategic review, aiming to deliver meaningful cost savings. The quantum of savings is expected to be significant, with a focus on commercial sales, marketing, product mix, R&D, and more. The company plans to reinvest some of the savings to drive future growth, and will be transparent about the quantum of savings and phasing in Q1.

3. NewsRoom

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Mark Cuban Takes Aim at FDA Fees

Dec -04

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Viatris Inc. (VTRS) Presents at Evercore 8th Annual Healthcare Conference Transcript

Dec -03

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Viatris Inc. (VTRS) Presents at Piper Sandler 37th Annual Healthcare Conference Transcript

Dec -02

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Mapi Pharma is Seeking New Partnerships for Long-Acting Depot Drugs of Peptides for Self Administration

Dec -01

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Viatris to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

Nov -24

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Európska štúdia zisťuje klesajúce ceny, rastúce náklady a nedostatky - Viatris a Medicines for Europe prezentujú nezávislú štúdiu počas Svetového týždňa povedomia o antimikrobiálnej rezistencii (AMR)

Nov -20

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Europäische Studie zeigt sinkende Preise, steigende Kosten und Engpässe - Ergebnisse einer unabhängigen Studie, die während der World AMR Awareness Week von Viatris und Medicines for Europe vorgestellt wurden

Nov -20

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Europejskie badanie pokazuje spadające ceny, rosnące koszty i niedobory - wyniki niezależnego badania przedstawione podczas Światowego Tygodnia Wiedzy o Antybiotykach przez firmę Viatris i organizację Medicines for Europe

Nov -20

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (2.27%)

6. Segments

Brands

Expected Growth: 3%

Viatris Inc.'s brands with 3% growth are driven by increasing demand for generic and complex generics, expansion into emerging markets, and a strong product pipeline. Additionally, strategic partnerships, cost savings initiatives, and effective supply chain management contribute to their growth.

Generics

Expected Growth: 1%

Viatris Inc.'s generics segment growth is driven by increasing demand for affordable medicines, patent expirations of blockbuster drugs, and strategic acquisitions. Additionally, the company's global presence, diversified product portfolio, and operational efficiencies contribute to its growth momentum.

7. Detailed Products

Biosimilars

Viatris offers a range of biosimilar products, which are highly similar to reference biologics, providing affordable and accessible treatment options for patients.

Complex Generics

Viatris develops and commercializes complex generic products, including inhalers, injectables, and transdermal patches, offering cost-effective alternatives to branded products.

Brand Products

Viatris has a portfolio of branded products, including Wixela Inhub, a generic version of Advair Diskus, and Norvir, a protease inhibitor for HIV treatment.

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Products

Viatris offers a range of OTC products, including vitamins, minerals, and supplements, providing consumers with affordable healthcare solutions.

Contract Development and Manufacturing (CDMO) Services

Viatris provides CDMO services, offering expertise in development, manufacturing, and packaging of pharmaceutical products.

8. Viatris Inc.'s Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Viatris Inc. faces moderate threat from substitutes due to the presence of alternative treatments and generic drugs in the market.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Viatris Inc. has a diverse customer base, which reduces the bargaining power of individual customers, making it a low threat.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Viatris Inc. relies on a few key suppliers for raw materials, which gives them some bargaining power, making it a moderate threat.

Threat Of New Entrants

The pharmaceutical industry has high barriers to entry, including regulatory hurdles and significant capital requirements, making it a low threat for Viatris Inc.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The pharmaceutical industry is highly competitive, with many established players, making the intensity of rivalry a high threat for Viatris Inc.

9. SWOT Analysis

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 47.09%
Debt Cost 9.58%
Equity Weight 52.91%
Equity Cost 9.58%
WACC 9.58%
Leverage 88.99%

11. Quality Control: Viatris Inc. passed 3 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

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Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

Parameters

Short Term Growth

Short term Time

Long-Term Growth

WACC

Target Price

10.93$

Current Price

10.93$

Potential

-0.00%

Expected Cash-Flows