Biggest change(3) Consists of product sales from (i) AVSOLA, RIABNI, Corlanor, NEUPOGEN, IMLYGIC, Sensipar/Mimpara and BEKEMV; (ii) ACTIMMUNE, RAYOS, BUPHENYL, PENNSAID, QUINSAIR and DUEXIS from our Horizon acquisition on October 6, 2023 through December 31, 2023; and (iii) sales prior to the divestiture of our Bergamo and Gensenta subsidiaries in the second quarter of 2023 and fourth quarter of 2022, respectively. 68 Operating expenses Operating expenses were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 Cost of sales $ 8,451 32 % $ 6,406 (1) % $ 6,454 % of product sales 31.4 % 25.8 % 26.6 % % of total revenues 30.0 % 24.3 % 24.8 % Research and development $ 4,784 8 % $ 4,434 (8) % $ 4,819 % of product sales 17.8 % 17.9 % 19.8 % % of total revenues 17.0 % 16.8 % 18.5 % Acquired in-process research and development $ — NM $ — (100) % $ 1,505 % of product sales — % — % 6.2 % % of total revenues — % — % 5.8 % Selling, general and administrative $ 6,179 14 % $ 5,414 1 % $ 5,368 % of product sales 23.0 % 21.8 % 22.1 % % of total revenues 21.9 % 20.6 % 20.7 % Other $ 879 75 % $ 503 * $ 194 Total operating expenses $ 20,293 21 % $ 16,757 (9) % $ 18,340 NM = not meaningful * Change in excess of 100% Cost of sales Cost of sales increased to 30.0% of total revenues for 2023, driven by higher amortization expense from acquisition-related assets primarily associated with the Horizon acquisition, higher profit share and royalty expense and changes in our product mix, partially offset by the impact of the Puerto Rico tax law change.
Biggest change(2) Consists of product sales from (i) KANJINTI, RIABNI, AVSOLA, NEUPOGEN, Corlanor, IMLYGIC, BEKEMV, PAVBLU, WEZLANA/WEZENLA and Sensipar/Mimpara; and (ii) ACTIMMUNE, RAYOS, BUPHENYL, QUINSAIR, PENNSAID and DUEXIS in the periods after our Horizon acquisition on October 6, 2023. 69 Operating expenses Operating expenses were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Cost of sales $ 12,858 52 % $ 8,451 32 % $ 6,406 % of product sales 40.1 % 31.4 % 25.8 % % of total revenues 38.5 % 30.0 % 24.3 % Research and development $ 5,964 25 % $ 4,784 8 % $ 4,434 % of product sales 18.6 % 17.8 % 17.9 % % of total revenues 17.8 % 17.0 % 16.8 % Selling, general and administrative $ 7,096 15 % $ 6,179 14 % $ 5,414 % of product sales 22.2 % 23.0 % 21.8 % % of total revenues 21.2 % 21.9 % 20.6 % Other $ 248 (72) % $ 879 75 % $ 503 Total operating expenses $ 26,166 29 % $ 20,293 21 % $ 16,757 Cost of sales Cost of sales increased to 38.5% of total revenues for 2024, driven by higher amortization expense from Horizon acquisition-related assets and, to a lesser extent, higher profit share and royalty expense, partially offset by the prior year impact of the 2022 Puerto Rico tax law change that replaced an excise tax with an income tax beginning in 2023.
In 2017, we received an RAR and a modified RAR from the IRS for the years 2010–2012, proposing significant adjustments that primarily relate to the allocation of profits between certain of our entities in the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico.
In 2017, we received an RAR and a modified RAR from the IRS for the years 2010–2012, proposing significant adjustments that primarily relate to the allocation of profits between certain of our entities in the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico.
Any additional tax that could be imposed for the years 2010–2012 would be reduced by up to approximately $900 million of repatriation tax previously accrued on our foreign earnings.
Any additional tax that could be imposed for the years 2010–2012 would be reduced by up to approximately $900 million of repatriation tax previously accrued on our foreign earnings.
In 2020, we received an RAR and a modified RAR from the IRS for the years 2013–2015, also proposing significant adjustments that primarily relate to the allocation of profits between certain of our entities in the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico similar to those proposed for the years 2010–2012.
In 2020, we received an RAR and a modified RAR from the IRS for the years 2013–2015, also proposing significant adjustments that primarily relate to the allocation of profits between certain of our entities in the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico similar to those proposed for the years 2010–2012.
We disagreed with the proposed adjustments and calculations and pursued resolution with the IRS appeals office but were unable to reach resolution. In July 2022, we filed a petition in the U.S.
We disagreed with the proposed adjustments and calculations and pursued resolution with the IRS appeals office but were unable to reach resolution. In July 2022, we filed a petition in the U.S.
Tax Court to contest a Notice for the years 2013–2015 that we previously reported receiving in April 2022 that seeks to increase our U.S. taxable income for the years 2013–2015 by an amount that would result in additional federal tax of approximately $5.1 billion, plus interest. In addition, the Notice asserts penalties of approximately $2.0 billion.
Tax Court to contest a Notice for the years 2013–2015 that we previously reported receiving in April 2022 that seeks to increase our U.S. taxable income for the years 2013–2015 by an amount that would result in additional federal tax of approximately $5.1 billion, plus interest. In addition, the Notice asserts penalties of approximately $2.0 billion.
Any additional tax that could be imposed for the years 2013–2015 would be reduced by up to approximately $2.2 billion of repatriation tax previously accrued on our foreign earnings. We firmly believe that the IRS positions set forth in the 2010–2012 and 2013–2015 Notices are without merit. We are contesting the 2010–2012 and 2013–2015 Notices through the judicial process.
Any additional tax that could be imposed for the years 2013–2015 would be reduced by up to approximately $2.2 billion of repatriation tax previously accrued on our foreign earnings. We firmly believe that the IRS positions set forth in the 2010–2012 and 2013–2015 Notices are without merit. We are contesting the 2010–2012 and 2013–2015 Notices through the judicial process.
Risk Factors— We could be subject to additional tax liabilities, including from an adverse outcome in our ongoing tax dispute with the IRS and other tax examinations, enactment of the OECD minimum corporate tax rate agreement and the adoption and interpretation of new tax legislation, and we anticipate additional tax liabilities from certain provisions of the 2017 Tax Act that will go into effect in 2026; such tax liabilities could adversely affect our profitability and results of operations; Part II, Item 7.
Risk Factors— We could be subject to additional tax liabilities, including from an adverse outcome in our ongoing tax dispute with the IRS and other tax examinations, enactment of the OECD minimum corporate tax rate agreement and the adoption and interpretation of new tax legislation, and we anticipate additional tax liabilities from certain provisions of the 2017 Tax Act that will go into effect in 2026; such tax liabilities could adversely affect our profitability and results of operations; Part II, Item 7.
We helped launch the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and have grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies. Our robust pipeline includes potential first-in-class medicines at all stages of development. Our principal products are Prolia, ENBREL, Otezla, XGEVA, Repatha, Nplate, KYPROLIS, Aranesp, EVENITY, Vectibix, BLINCYTO, TEPEZZA and KRYSTEXXA.
We helped launch the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and have grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies. Our robust pipeline includes potential first-in-class medicines at all stages of development. Our principal products are Prolia, ENBREL, XGEVA, Repatha, Otezla, TEPEZZA, EVENITY, KYPROLIS, Nplate, Aranesp, BLINCYTO, KRYSTEXXA, Vectibix and TEZSPIRE.
Amgen operates in one business segment: human therapeutics. Therefore, our results of operations are discussed on a consolidated basis. Forward-looking statements This report and other documents we file with the SEC contain forward-looking statements that are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about us, our future performance, our business, our beliefs and our management’s assumptions.
Amgen operates in one operating segment: human therapeutics. Therefore, our results of operations are discussed on a consolidated basis. Forward-looking statements This report and other documents we file with the SEC contain forward-looking statements that are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about us, our future performance, our business, our beliefs and our management’s assumptions.
As we sell products, we estimate the amount of rebate we will pay based on the product sold, contractual terms, estimated patient population, historical experience and wholesaler inventory levels; and we accrue these rebates in the period the related sales are recorded. We then adjust the rebate accruals as more information becomes available and to reflect actual claims experience.
As we sell products, we estimate the amount of rebate we will pay based on 77 the product sold, contractual terms, estimated patient population, historical experience and wholesaler inventory levels; and we accrue these rebates in the period the related sales are recorded. We then adjust the rebate accruals as more information becomes available and to reflect actual claims experience.
Except as required under the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations of the SEC, we do not have any intention or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements after the distribution of this report, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise. 60 Overview Amgen Inc.
Except as required under the federal securities laws and the rules and regulations of the SEC, we do not have any intention or obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements after the distribution of this report, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise. Overview Amgen Inc.
We monitor the inventory levels of our products at our wholesalers by using data from our wholesalers and other third parties, and we believe wholesaler inventories have been maintained at appropriate levels (generally two to three weeks) given end-user demand. Accordingly, historical fluctuations in wholesaler inventory levels have not significantly affected our method of estimating sales deductions and returns.
We monitor the inventory levels of our products at our wholesalers by using data from our wholesalers and other third parties, and we believe wholesaler inventories have been maintained at appropriate levels (generally two to three weeks) given end-user demand. Accordingly, historical fluctuations in wholesaler inventory levels have not significantly affected our method of estimating sales deductions.
Product sales and sales deductions Revenue from product sales is recognized upon transfer of control of a product to a customer, generally upon delivery, based on an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to be entitled, net of accruals for estimated rebates, wholesaler chargebacks, discounts and other deductions (collectively, sales deductions) and returns established at the time of sale.
Product sales and sales deductions Revenue from product sales is recognized upon transfer of control of a product to a customer, generally upon delivery, based on an amount that reflects the consideration to which we expect to be entitled, net of accruals for estimated rebates, wholesaler chargebacks, discounts and other deductions (collectively, sales deductions) established at the time of sale.
Tax Court to contest two duplicate Statutory Notices of Deficiency (Notices) for the years 2010–2012 that we received in May and July 2021, which seek to increase our U.S. taxable income for the years 2010–2012 by an amount that would result in additional federal tax of approximately $3.6 billion plus interest.
Tax Court to contest two duplicate Statutory Notices of Deficiency (Notices) for the years 2010–2012 that we received in May and July 2021, which seek to increase our U.S. taxable income for the years 2010–2012 by an amount that would result in additional federal tax of 78 approximately $3.6 billion plus interest.
Under this shelf registration statement, all of the securities available for issuance may be offered from time to time, with terms to be determined at the time of issuance. This shelf registration statement expires in February 2026. Certain of our financing arrangements contain nonfinancial covenants.
Under this shelf registration statement, all of the securities available for issuance may be offered from time to time, with terms to be determined at the time of issuance. This shelf registration statement expires in February 2026. 74 Certain of our financing arrangements contain nonfinancial covenants.
See Part IV—Note 10, Investments; Note 16, Financing arrangements; and Note 17, Stockholders’ equity, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Capital requirements We have material cash requirements to pay third parties under various contractual obligations discussed below.
See Part IV—Note 10, Investments; Note 16, Financing arrangements; and Note 17, Stockholders’ equity, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 75 Capital requirements We have material cash requirements to pay third parties under various contractual obligations discussed below.
While it is not possible to accurately predict or determine the eventual outcomes of these items, an adverse determination in one or more of these items currently pending could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated results of operations, financial position or cash flows. 78 Valuation of assets and liabilities in connection with acquisitions We have acquired and continue to acquire intangible assets in connection with business combinations and asset acquisitions.
While it is not possible to accurately predict or determine the eventual outcomes of these items, an adverse determination in one or more of these items currently pending could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated results of operations, financial position or cash flows. 79 Valuation of assets and liabilities in connection with acquisitions We have acquired and continue to acquire intangible assets in connection with business combinations and asset acquisitions.
We disagreed with the proposed adjustments and calculations and pursued resolution with the IRS 77 appeals office but were unable to reach resolution. In July 2021, we filed a petition in the U.S.
We disagreed with the proposed adjustments and calculations and pursued resolution with the IRS appeals office but were unable to reach resolution. In July 2021, we filed a petition in the U.S.
These intangible assets consist primarily of technology associated with currently marketed human therapeutic products and IPR&D product candidates. Discounted cash flow models are typically used to determine the fair values of these intangible assets for purposes of allocating consideration paid to the net assets acquired in an acquisition. See Part IV—Note 3, Acquisitions and divestitures, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
These intangible assets consist primarily of technology associated with currently marketed human therapeutic products and IPR&D product candidates. Discounted cash flow models are typically used to determine the fair values of these intangible assets for purposes of allocating consideration paid to the net assets acquired in an acquisition. See Part IV—Note 4, Acquisitions and divestitures, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
The carrying values of our long-term borrowings are net of fair value adjustments for interest rate swaps and unamortized discounts, premiums and offering costs. As of December 31, 2023, S&P, Moody’s and Fitch assigned credit ratings to our outstanding senior notes of BBB+, Baa1 and BBB, respectively, which are considered investment grade.
The carrying values of our long-term borrowings are net of fair value adjustments for interest rate swaps and unamortized discounts, premiums and offering costs. As of December 31, 2024, S&P, Moody’s and Fitch assigned credit ratings to our outstanding senior notes of BBB+, Baa1 and BBB, respectively, which are considered investment grade.
To achieve a desired mix of fixed-rate and floating-rate debt, we entered into interest rate swap contracts that effectively converted a fixed-rate interest coupon for certain of our debt issuances to a floating, SOFR-based coupon over the lives of the respective notes. These interest rate swap contracts qualify and are designated as fair value hedges.
To achieve a desired mix of fixed-rate and floating-rate debt, we entered into interest rate swap contracts that effectively converted a fixed-rate interest coupon for certain of our debt issuances to a floating, SOFR-based coupon over the terms of the respective notes. These interest rate swap contracts qualify and are designated as fair value hedges.
For 2024, we expect Otezla to follow the historical pattern of lower sales in the first quarter relative to subsequent quarters due to the impact of benefit plan changes, insurance reverification and increased co-pay expenses as U.S. patients work through deductibles.
For 2025, we expect Otezla to follow the historical pattern of lower sales in the first quarter relative to subsequent quarters due to the impact of benefit plan changes, insurance reverification and increased co-pay expenses as U.S. patients work through deductibles.
In February 2023, we filed a shelf registration statement with the SEC that allows us to issue unspecified amounts of debt securities; common stock; preferred stock; warrants to purchase debt securities, common stock, preferred stock or depositary shares; rights to purchase common stock or preferred stock; securities purchase contracts; securities purchase units; and depositary shares.
Also in 2023, we filed a shelf registration statement with the SEC that allows us to issue unspecified amounts of debt securities; common stock; preferred stock; warrants to purchase debt securities, common stock, preferred stock or depositary shares; rights to purchase common stock or preferred stock; securities purchase contracts; securities purchase units; and depositary shares.
We were in compliance with all applicable covenants under these arrangements as of December 31, 2023. These financing arrangements are more fully discussed in Part IV—Note 16, Financing arrangements, and Note 19, Derivative instruments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
We were in compliance with all applicable covenants under these arrangements as of December 31, 2024. These financing arrangements are more fully discussed in Part IV—Note 16, Financing arrangements, and Note 19, Derivative instruments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
See Part IV—Note 7, Income taxes, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 75 Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates The preparation of our consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and the notes to the financial statements.
See Part IV—Note 7, Income taxes, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 76 Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates The preparation of our consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and the notes to the financial statements.
We caution you that actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed, implied or forecasted by our forward-looking statements. Reference is made in particular to forward-looking statements regarding product sales, regulatory activities, clinical trial results, reimbursement, expenses, EPS, liquidity and capital resources, trends, planned dividends, stock repurchases, collaborations and effects of pandemics.
We caution you that actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed, implied or forecasted by our forward-looking statements. Reference is made in particular to forward-looking statements regarding product sales, regulatory activities, clinical trial results, reimbursement, expenses, EPS, liquidity and capital resources, trends, planned dividends, stock repurchases and collaborations.
Our pretax income is therefore attributed to domestic or foreign sources based on the operations performed and risks assumed in each location and the tax laws and principles of the respective taxing jurisdictions.
Our pretax income is therefore attributed to domestic or foreign sources based on the operations performed and the risks assumed in each location, as well as on the tax laws and principles of the respective taxing jurisdictions.
We anticipate that our liquidity needs can be met through a variety of sources, including cash provided by operating activities, sales of marketable securities, borrowings through commercial paper and/or syndicated credit facilities, and access to other domestic and foreign debt markets and equity markets. See Part I, Item 1A.
We anticipate that our liquidity needs can be met through a variety of sources, including cash provided by operating activities, borrowings through commercial paper and/or syndicated credit facilities, and access to other domestic and foreign debt markets and equity markets. See Part I, Item 1A.
We determine impairment by comparing the fair value of the asset to its carrying value. If the asset’s carrying value exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded for the difference, and its carrying value is reduced accordingly.
We test for impairment by comparing the fair value of the asset to its carrying value. If the asset’s carrying value exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge is recorded for the difference, and its carrying value is reduced accordingly.
Cash used in financing activities during 2022 was primarily due to payments to repurchase our common stock of $6.4 billion and dividends paid of $4.2 billion, partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of debt of $6.9 billion.
Cash used in financing activities during 2022 was primarily due to payments to repurchase our common stock of $6.4 billion and the payment of dividends of $4.2 billion, partially offset by net proceeds from the issuance of debt of $6.9 billion.
For a discussion of ongoing litigation related to Repatha, see Part IV—Note 20, Contingencies and commitments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
For a discussion of ongoing litigation related to XGEVA, see Part IV—Note 20, Contingencies and commitments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
We continue to believe our accrual for income tax liabilities is appropriate based on past experience, interpretations of tax law, application of the tax law to our facts and judgments about potential actions by tax authorities; however, due to the complexity of the provision for income taxes and uncertain resolution of these matters, the ultimate outcome of any tax matters may result in payments substantially greater than amounts accrued and could have a material adverse impact on our consolidated financial statements.
We continue to believe our accrual for income tax liabilities is appropriate based on past experience, interpretations of tax law, application of the tax law to our facts and judgments about potential actions by tax authorities; however, due to the complexity of the provision for income taxes and uncertain resolution of these matters, the ultimate outcome of any tax matters may result in payments substantially greater than amounts accrued and could have a material adverse impact on our consolidated financial statements. 72 See Part I, Item 1A.
Investing Cash used in investing activities during 2023 was primarily due to $27.0 billion of net cash used for the purchase of Horizon, partially offset by net cash inflows related to marketable securities of $1.7 billion.
Cash used in investing activities during 2023 was primarily due to $27.0 billion of net cash used for the purchase of Horizon and $1.1 billion of capital expenditures, partially offset by net cash inflows related to marketable securities of $1.7 billion.
See Part IV—Note 10, Investments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. The change in Other income (expense), net, for 2023 was primarily due to gains recognized in connection with recording our BeiGene investment at fair value and an increase in interest income due to higher average cash balances and higher interest rates.
See Part IV—Note 10, Investments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 71 The change in Other income (expense), net, for 2023 was primarily due to gains recognized in connection with recording our BeiGene investment at fair value and an increase in interest income due to higher average cash balances and higher interest rates as compared to the prior year.
Risk Factors— Global economic conditions may negatively affect us and may magnify certain risks that affect our business . Financing arrangements To help meet our liquidity requirements, we have entered into various financing arrangements. The noncurrent portions of our long-term borrowings as of December 31, 2023 and 2022, were $63.2 billion and $37.4 billion, respectively.
Risk Factors— Global economic conditions may negatively affect us and may magnify certain risks that affect our business . Financing arrangements To help meet our liquidity requirements, we have entered into various financing arrangements. The noncurrent portions of our long-term borrowings as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, were $56.5 billion and $63.2 billion, respectively.
Impairment of long-lived assets We review the carrying value of our property, plant and equipment and our finite-lived intangible assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.
Impairment of long-lived assets We review the carrying value of our finite-lived intangible assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.
(including its subsidiaries, referred to as “Amgen,” “the Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative medicines to fight some of the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that dramatically improve people’s lives, while also reducing the social and economic burden of disease.
(including its subsidiaries, referred to as “Amgen,” “the Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative medicines to fight some of the world’s toughest diseases. We focus on areas of high unmet medical need and leverage our expertise to strive for solutions that dramatically improve people’s lives, while also reducing the social and economic burden of disease.
As of both December 31, 2023 and 2022, we had interest rate swap contracts with aggregate notional amount of $6.7 billion.
As of both December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had interest rate swap contracts with an aggregate notional amount of $6.7 billion.
As of December 31, 2023 and 2022, no amounts were outstanding under this facility.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, no amounts were outstanding under this facility.
We believe our estimations of future cash flows used for assessing impairment of long-lived assets are based on reasonable assumptions given the facts and circumstances as of the related dates of the assessments. 79 Recently Issued Accounting Standards See Part IV—Note 1, Summary of significant accounting policies, to the Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted as of December 31, 2023.
We believe our estimations of future cash flows used for assessing impairment of long-lived assets are based on reasonable assumptions given the facts and circumstances as of the related dates of the assessments. 80 Recently Issued Accounting Standards See Part IV—Note 1, Summary of significant accounting policies, to the Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of recently issued accounting pronouncements.
As previously reported, the OECD reached an agreement to align countries on a minimum corporate tax rate and an expansion of the taxing rights of market countries. Effective January 1, 2024, selected individual countries, including the United Kingdom and EU member countries, have enacted the global minimum tax agreement.
As previously reported, the OECD reached an agreement to align countries on a minimum corporate tax rate and an expansion of the taxing rights of market countries. As of January 1, 2025, select individual countries, including the United Kingdom, EU member countries and Singapore, have enacted the global minimum tax agreement.
For information on these obligations, see Part IV—Note 14, Leases, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Under the 2017 Tax Act, we elected to pay in eight annual installments the repatriation tax related primarily to prior indefinitely invested earnings of our foreign operations.
For information on these obligations, see Part IV—Note 14, Leases, to the Consolidated Financial Statements. Under the 2017 Tax Act, we elected to pay in eight annual installments the repatriation tax related primarily to prior indefinitely invested earnings of our foreign operations, of which the final installment will be paid in 2025.
Our legal entities that are doing business in the countries that have enacted the agreement are now subject to a 15% minimum tax rate on adjusted financial statement income. Other countries, including the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico, have not yet enacted the OECD agreement and implementation remains highly uncertain.
Our legal entities in the countries that have enacted the agreement, along with their direct and indirect subsidiaries, are now subject to a 15% minimum tax rate on adjusted financial statement income. Other countries, including the United States and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico, have not yet enacted the OECD agreement and implementation remains highly uncertain.
In addition, we have examinations by a number of state and foreign tax jurisdictions. Final resolution of these complex matters is not li kely within the next 12 months.
In addition, we are under examination by a number of state and foreign tax jurisdictions. Final resolution of these complex matters is not li kely within the next 12 months.
Includes clinical trials designed to gather information on product safety (certain of which may be required by regulatory authorities) and their product characteristics after regulatory approval has been obtained, as well as the costs of obtaining regulatory approval of a product in a new market after approval in either the United States or the EU has been obtained 69 R&D expense by category was as follows (in millions): Years ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 Research and early pipeline $ 1,584 $ 1,611 $ 1,670 Later-stage clinical programs 1,898 1,627 1,726 Marketed products 1,302 1,196 1,423 Total R&D expense $ 4,784 $ 4,434 $ 4,819 The increase in R&D expense for 2023 was driven by higher spend in later-stage clinical programs and marketed products support, including spend from programs acquired from the Horizon acquisition.
Includes clinical trials designed to gather information on product safety (certain of which may be required by regulatory authorities) and their product characteristics after regulatory approval has been obtained, as well as the costs of obtaining regulatory approval of a product in a new market after approval in either the United States or the EU has been obtained 70 R&D expense by category was as follows (in millions): Years ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Research and early pipeline $ 1,534 $ 1,584 $ 1,611 Later-stage clinical programs 2,830 1,898 1,627 Marketed products 1,600 1,302 1,196 Total R&D expense $ 5,964 $ 4,784 $ 4,434 The increase in R&D expense for 2024 was driven by higher spend in later-stage clinical programs and marketed product support, including Horizon-acquired programs.
Cash flows Our summarized cash flow activity was as follows (in millions): Years ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 8,471 $ 9,721 $ 9,261 Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities $ (26,204) $ (6,044) $ 733 Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities $ 21,048 $ (4,037) $ (8,271) Operating Cash provided by operating activities has been and is expected to continue to be our primary recurring source of funds.
Cash flows Our summarized cash flow activity was as follows (in millions): Years ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 11,490 $ 8,471 $ 9,721 Net cash used in investing activities $ (1,046) $ (26,204) $ (6,044) Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities $ (9,415) $ 21,048 $ (4,037) Operating Cash provided by operating activities has been and is expected to continue to be our primary recurring source of funds.
Cash provided by operating activities decreased in 2023 due to lower net income adjusted for non-cash items, primarily transaction and integration payments made in connection with the Horizon acquisition, as well as higher tax payments, partially offset by changes in working capital items.
Cash provided by operating activities decreased in 2023 as compared to 2022 due to lower net income after adjustments for noncash items, primarily transaction and integration payments made in connection with the Horizon acquisition, as well as higher tax payments, partially offset by changes in working capital items.
We are a vertically integrated enterprise with operations in the United States and various foreign jurisdictions. In the jurisdictions where we conduct operations, we are subject to income tax based on the tax laws and principles of such jurisdictions and on the functions, risks and activities performed therein.
These are ongoing adjustments that are likely to occur in the future. We are a vertically integrated enterprise with operations in the United States and various foreign jurisdictions. In the jurisdictions where we conduct operations, we are subject to income tax based on the tax laws and principles of such jurisdictions and on the functions, risks and activities performed therein.
For 2024, we expect ENBREL to follow the historical pattern of lower sales in the first quarter relative to subsequent quarters due to the impact of benefit plan changes, insurance reverification and increased co-pay expenses as U.S. patients work through deductibles. In addition, for 2024, we expect further declines in net selling price.
For 2025, we expect ENBREL to follow the historical pattern of lower sales in the first quarter relative to subsequent quarters due to the impact of benefit plan changes, insurance reverification and increased co-pay expenses as U.S. patients work through deductibles.
We have purchase obligations of $4.3 billion primarily related to (i) R&D commitments (including those related to clinical trials) for new and existing products, (ii) capital expenditures and (iii) open purchase orders for the acquisition of goods and services in the ordinary course of business.
As of December 31, 2024, we have purchase obligations of $5.7 billion primarily related to (i) R&D commitments (including those related to clinical trials) for new and existing products, (ii) capital expenditures and (iii) open purchase orders for the acquisition of goods and services in the ordinary course of business.
In addition to the purchase obligations noted above, we are contractually obligated to pay additional amounts that in the aggregate are significant, upon the achievement of various development, regulatory and commercial milestones for agreements we have entered into with third parties, including contingent consideration incurred in the acquisitions of Teneobio and Kirin-Amgen, Inc.
In addition to the purchase obligations noted above and upon the achievement of various development, regulatory and commercial milestones for agreements we have entered into with third parties, we are contractually obligated to pay additional amounts that, in the aggregate, are significant.
Nonoperating expenses/income and income taxes Nonoperating expenses/income and income taxes were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Years ended December 31, 2023 2022 2021 Interest expense, net $ (2,875) $ (1,406) $ (1,197) Other income (expense), net $ 2,833 $ (814) $ 259 Provision for income taxes $ 1,138 $ 794 $ 808 Effective tax rate 14.5 % 10.8 % 12.1 % Interest expense, net The increases in Interest expense, net, in 2023 and 2022 over the respective prior years was primarily due to higher overall debt outstanding and higher interest rates on debt.
Nonoperating expenses/income and income taxes Nonoperating expenses/income and income taxes were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Years ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Interest expense, net $ (3,155) $ (2,875) $ (1,406) Other income (expense), net $ 506 $ 2,833 $ (814) Provision for income taxes $ 519 $ 1,138 $ 794 Effective tax rate 11.3 % 14.5 % 10.8 % Interest expense, net The increases in Interest expense, net, in 2024 and 2023 over the respective prior years were primarily due to higher average debt outstanding and higher weighted-average fixed and floating interest rates on the debt.
We also market a number of other products, including but not limited to Neulasta, MVASI, AMJEVITA/AMGEVITA, TEZSPIRE, Parsabiv, Aimovig, LUMAKRAS/LUMYKRAS, EPOGEN, KANJINTI, TAVNEOS, RAVICTI, UPLIZNA and PROCYSBI. For additional information about our products, see Part I, Item 1. Business—Marketing, Distribution and Selected Marketed Products. Our strategy includes integrated activities intended to strengthen our competitive position in the industry.
We also market a number of other products, including but not limited to AMJEVITA/AMGEVITA, MVASI, Neulasta, RAVICTI, UPLIZNA, Parsabiv, LUMAKRAS/LUMYKRAS, Aimovig, TAVNEOS, PROCYSBI, EPOGEN and IMDELLTRA. For additional information about our products, see Part I, Item 1. Business—Marketing, Distribution and Selected Marketed Products.
Otezla Total Otezla sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 Otezla — U.S. $ 1,777 (6) % $ 1,886 5 % $ 1,804 Otezla — ROW 411 2 % 402 (10) % 445 Total Otezla $ 2,188 (4) % $ 2,288 2 % $ 2,249 The decrease in global Otezla sales for 2023 was driven by lower net selling price and inventory, partially offset by volume growth.
Otezla Total Otezla sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Otezla — U.S. $ 1,699 (4) % $ 1,777 (6) % $ 1,886 Otezla — ROW 427 4 % 411 2 % 402 Total Otezla $ 2,126 (3) % $ 2,188 (4) % $ 2,288 The decrease in global Otezla sales for 2024 was primarily driven by lower net selling price of 8%, partially offset by volume growth of 3%.
Prolia Total Prolia sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 Prolia — U.S. $ 2,733 11 % $ 2,465 15 % $ 2,150 Prolia — ROW 1,315 13 % 1,163 6 % 1,098 Total Prolia $ 4,048 12 % $ 3,628 12 % $ 3,248 The increase in global Prolia sales for 2023 was primarily driven by volume growth and higher net selling price.
Prolia Total Prolia sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Prolia — U.S. $ 2,885 6 % $ 2,733 11 % $ 2,465 Prolia — ROW 1,489 13 % 1,315 13 % 1,163 Total Prolia $ 4,374 8 % $ 4,048 12 % $ 3,628 The increase in global Prolia sales for 2024 was driven by volume growth.
XGEVA Total XGEVA sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 XGEVA — U.S. $ 1,527 3 % $ 1,480 3 % $ 1,434 XGEVA — ROW 585 10 % 534 (9) % 584 Total XGEVA $ 2,112 5 % $ 2,014 — % $ 2,018 The increase in global XGEVA sales for 2023 was primarily driven by higher net selling price.
XGEVA Total XGEVA sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 XGEVA — U.S. $ 1,507 (1) % $ 1,527 3 % $ 1,480 XGEVA — ROW 718 23 % 585 10 % 534 Total XGEVA $ 2,225 5 % $ 2,112 5 % $ 2,014 The increases in global XGEVA sales for 2024 and 2023 were driven by higher net selling price.
No commercial paper was outstanding as of both December 31, 2023 and 2022. 73 In 2023, we amended and restated our syndicated, unsecured, revolving credit agreement, under which we may borrow up to $4.0 billion (increased from $2.5 billion prior to the amendment) for general corporate purposes, including as a liquidity backstop for our commercial paper program.
During 2024, 2023 and 2022, we did not issue any commercial paper. No commercial paper was outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and 2023. In 2023, we amended and restated our syndicated, unsecured, revolving credit agreement, under which we may borrow up to $4.0 billion for general corporate purposes, including as a liquidity backstop for our commercial paper program.
Amounts recorded in Accrued liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets for sales deductions were as follows (in millions): Rebates Chargebacks Other deductions Total Balance as of December 31, 2020 $ 3,979 $ 591 $ 239 $ 4,809 Amounts charged against product sales 10,195 9,619 2,065 21,879 Payments (10,027) (9,413) (2,074) (21,514) Balance as of December 31, 2021 4,147 797 230 5,174 Amounts charged against product sales 12,500 10,630 2,288 25,418 Payments (11,768) (10,578) (2,260) (24,606) Balance as of December 31, 2022 4,879 849 258 5,986 Additions (1) 263 24 39 326 Amounts charged against product sales 14,328 13,349 2,533 30,210 Payments (13,634) (13,125) (2,492) (29,251) Balance as of December 31, 2023 $ 5,836 $ 1,097 $ 338 $ 7,271 ____________ (1) Represents sales deductions assumed from the Horizon acquisition.
Amounts recorded in Accrued liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets for sales deductions were as follows (in millions): Rebates Chargebacks Other deductions Total Balance as of December 31, 2021 $ 4,147 $ 797 $ 230 $ 5,174 Amounts charged against product sales 12,500 10,630 2,288 25,418 Payments (11,768) (10,578) (2,260) (24,606) Balance as of December 31, 2022 4,879 849 258 5,986 Additions (1) 263 24 39 326 Amounts charged against product sales 14,328 13,349 2,533 30,210 Payments (13,634) (13,125) (2,492) (29,251) Balance as of December 31, 2023 5,836 1,097 338 7,271 Amounts charged against product sales 17,404 14,882 3,060 35,346 Payments (16,423) (14,817) (2,972) (34,212) Balance as of December 31, 2024 $ 6,817 $ 1,162 $ 426 $ 8,405 ____________ (1) Represents sales deductions assumed from the Horizon acquisition.
The commitments under the revolving credit agreement may be increased by up to $1.25 billion with the agreement of the banks (increased from $750 million prior to the amendment). Each bank that is a party to the agreement has an initial commitment term of five years.
The commitments under the revolving credit agreement may be increased by up to $1.25 billion with the agreement of the banks. Each bank that is a party to the agreement has an initial commitment term of five years. This term may be extended for up to two additional one-year periods with the agreement of the banks.
We believe that existing funds, cash generated from operations and existing sources of and access to financing are adequate to satisfy our needs for working capital, capital expenditure and debt service requirements as well as our plans to reduce debt, pay dividends and repurchase stock, and other business initiatives we plan to strategically pursue, including acquisitions and licensing activities.
Our accumulated deficit is not anticipated to affect our future ability to operate, repurchase stock, pay dividends or repay our debt given our expected continued profitability and strong financial position. 73 We believe that existing funds, cash generated from operations and existing sources of and access to financing are adequate to satisfy our needs for working capital, capital expenditure and debt service requirements as well as our plans to reduce debt, pay dividends and repurchase stock, and other business initiatives we plan to strategically pursue, including acquisitions and licensing activities.
ENBREL Total ENBREL sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 ENBREL — U.S. $ 3,650 (10) % $ 4,044 (7) % $ 4,352 ENBREL — Canada 47 (36) % 73 (35) % 113 Total ENBREL $ 3,697 (10) % $ 4,117 (8) % $ 4,465 The decrease in ENBREL sales for 2023 was driven by lower net selling price, lower inventory and unfavorable changes to estimated sales deductions.
ENBREL Total ENBREL sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 ENBREL — U.S. $ 3,288 (10) % $ 3,650 (10) % $ 4,044 ENBREL — Canada 28 (40) % 47 (36) % 73 Total ENBREL $ 3,316 (10) % $ 3,697 (10) % $ 4,117 The decrease in ENBREL sales for 2024 was driven by lower net selling price.
Selling, general and administrative The increase in SG&A expense for 2023 was primarily driven by acquisition-related expenses, in addition to commercial and general and administrative expenses related to the Horizon acquisition, partially offset by a decline in spend for other marketed products. See Part IV—Note 3, Acquisitions and divestitures, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
The increase in SG&A expense for 2023 was primarily driven by acquisition-related expenses, in addition to commercial and general and administrative expenses related to the Horizon acquisition, partially offset by lower spend for other marketed products.
Business—Marketing, Distribution and Selected Marketed Products—Competition, in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors, and any additional factors discussed in the individual product sections below. In addition, for a list of our products’ significant competitors, see Part I, Item 1. Business—Marketing, Distribution and Selected Marketed Products—Competition.
In addition, for a list of our products’ significant competitors, see Part I, Item 1. Business—Marketing, Distribution and Selected Marketed Products—Competition.
The Board of Directors declared quarterly cash dividends of $2.13, $1.94 and $1.76 per share of common stock paid in 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively, an increase of 10% over the prior year in both 2023 and 2022.
The Board of Directors declared quarterly cash dividends of $2.25, $2.13 and $1.94 per share of common stock paid in 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively, reflecting year-over-year increases of 6% and 10% for 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Cash used in investing activities during 2022 was primarily due to our $3.8 billion purchase of ChemoCentryx and net cash outflows related to marketable securities of $1.4 billion.
Cash used in investing activities during 2022 was primarily due to our $3.8 billion purchase of ChemoCentryx, net cash outflows related to marketable securities of $1.4 billion and $936 million of capital expenditures. We currently estimate 2025 investments in capital projects to be approximately $2.3 billion.
The increase in global Prolia sales for 2022 was driven by volume growth and higher net selling price, partially offset by unfavorable changes to foreign currency exchange rates. 64 For a discussion of ongoing litigation related to Prolia, see Part IV—Note 20, Contingencies and commitments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
The increase in global Repatha sales for 2023 was driven by volume growth, partially offset by lower net selling price. 65 For 2025, we expect lower declines in net selling price. For a discussion of ongoing litigation related to Repatha, see Part IV—Note 20, Contingencies and commitments, to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Financial Condition, Liquidity and Capital Resources Selected financial data was as follows (in millions): December 31, 2023 2022 Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities $ 10,944 $ 9,305 Total assets $ 97,154 $ 65,121 Current portion of long-term debt $ 1,443 $ 1,591 Long-term debt $ 63,170 $ 37,354 Stockholders’ equity $ 6,232 $ 3,661 Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities Our balance of cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities was $10.9 billion on December 31, 2023.
Financial Condition, Liquidity and Capital Resources Selected financial data was as follows (in millions): December 31, 2024 2023 Cash and cash equivalents $ 11,973 $ 10,944 Total assets $ 91,839 $ 97,154 Current portion of long-term debt $ 3,550 $ 1,443 Long-term debt $ 56,549 $ 63,170 Stockholders’ equity $ 5,877 $ 6,232 Cash and cash equivalents Our balance of cash and cash equivalents was $12.0 billion on December 31, 2024.
A majority of the increase in expenditures relates to expansion of manufacturing capacity to enable supply of products and product candidates. 74 Financing Cash provided by financing activities during 2023 was primarily due to net proceeds from long-term debt of $27.8 billion primarily in connection with the acquisition of Horizon, partially offset by the payment of dividends of $4.6 billion and repayment/extinguishment of debt of $2.1 billion.
Cash provided by financing activities during 2023 was primarily due to net proceeds from long-term debt issuances of $27.8 billion primarily in connection with the acquisition of Horizon, partially offset by the payment of dividends of $4.6 billion and the repayment and extinguishment of debt of $1.5 billion and $647 million, respectively.
These payments are contingent upon the occurrence of various future events, substantially all of which have a high degree of uncertainty of occurring, and any resulting cash requirements are managed through our operational budgeting processes. Except with respect to the fair value of the contingent consideration of approximately $96 million, these obligations are not recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets.
These payments are contingent upon the occurrence of various future events, substantially all of which have a high degree of uncertainty of occurring, and any resulting cash requirements are managed through our operational budgeting processes.
In December 2023, we declared a cash dividend of $2.25 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2024, an increase of 6% for this period, to be paid in March 2024.
For 2024, we increased our quarterly cash dividend by 6% to $2.25 per share of common stock. In December 2024, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of 61 $2.38 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 6% over the same period in the prior year, to be paid in March 2025.
To continue on our path to greater environmental sustainability, in January 2021 we announced a new set of long-term environmental targets to achieve by 2027, including achieving carbon neutrality, reducing water consumption by 40% and reducing waste disposed by 75%.
To continue on our path to greater environmental sustainability, in January 2021 we announced a new set of long-term environmental targets to achieve by 2027, including achieving carbon neutrality, reducing water consumption by 40% and reducing waste disposed by 75%. 2,3 Our long-term success depends, to a great extent, on our ability to continue to discover, develop and commercialize innovative products and acquire or collaborate on therapies currently in development by other companies.
Sales deductions are substantially product specific and therefore, for any given year, can be affected by the mix of products sold. 76 Rebates include primarily amounts paid to payers and providers in the United States, including those paid to state Medicaid programs, and are based on contractual arrangements or statutory requirements that vary by product, by payer and by individual payer plans.
Rebates include primarily amounts paid to payers and providers in the United States, including those paid to state Medicaid programs and those related to the IRA, and are based on contractual arrangements or statutory requirements that vary by product, by payer and by individual payer plans.
The increase in global Repatha sales for 2022 was driven by volume growth, partially offset by lower net selling price and unfavorable changes to foreign currency exchange rates.
The decrease in global Aranesp sales for 2023 was driven by unfavorable changes to foreign currency exchange rates and lower net selling price. U.S.
During 2022, we repurchased $6.3 billion of common stock, including $6.0 billion under ASR agreements and had cash settlements for stock repurchases of $6.4 billion. In 2021, we repurchased and had cash settlements of $5.0 billion of common stock. As of December 31, 2023, $7.0 billion remained available under the stock repurchase program.
During 2024, we repurchased $200 million of common stock under the stock repurchase program. During 2023, we did not repurchase any of our common stock under the stock repurchase program. During 2022, we repurchased $6.3 billion of common stock, including $6.0 billion under ASR agreements and had cash settlements for stock repurchases of $6.4 billion.
Vectibix Total Vectibix sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 Vectibix — U.S. $ 461 16 % $ 396 14 % $ 347 Vectibix — ROW 523 5 % 497 (6) % 526 Total Vectibix $ 984 10 % $ 893 2 % $ 873 The increase in global Vectibix sales for 2023 was driven by volume growth.
Vectibix Total Vectibix sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Vectibix — U.S. $ 519 13 % $ 461 16 % $ 396 Vectibix — ROW 526 1 % 523 5 % 497 Total Vectibix $ 1,045 6 % $ 984 10 % $ 893 The increase in global Vectibix sales for 2024 was driven by higher net selling price of 8% and volume growth of 4%, partially offset by unfavorable changes to foreign currency exchange rates.
This term may be extended for up to two additional one-year periods with the agreement of the banks. Annual commitment fees for this agreement are 0.09% of the unused portion of the facility based on our current credit rating.
Annual commitment fees for this agreement are 0.09% of the unused portion of the facility based on our current credit rating.
Nplate Total Nplate sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Change Year ended December 31, 2021 Nplate — U.S. $ 996 17 % $ 848 50 % $ 566 Nplate — ROW 481 5 % 459 — % 461 Total Nplate $ 1,477 13 % $ 1,307 27 % $ 1,027 The increase in global Nplate sales for 2023 was primarily driven by volume growth, including U.S. government orders totaling $286 million.
Nplate Total Nplate sales by geographic region were as follows (dollar amounts in millions): Year ended December 31, 2024 Change Year ended December 31, 2023 Change Year ended December 31, 2022 Nplate — U.S. $ 970 (3) % $ 996 17 % $ 848 Nplate — ROW 486 1 % 481 5 % 459 Total Nplate $ 1,456 (1) % $ 1,477 13 % $ 1,307 Global Nplate sales for 2024 decreased 1% and included U.S. government orders of $128 million and $286 million for 2024 and 2023, respectively.
The continued enactment of the agreement, either by all OECD participants or unilaterally by individual countries, could result in tax increases or double taxation in the United States or foreign jurisdictions. The U.S. Treasury released final foreign tax credit regulations in December 2021 that eliminated U.S. creditability of the Puerto Rico excise tax beginning in 2023.
The continued enactment of the agreement, either by all OECD participants or unilaterally by individual countries, could result in tax increases or double taxation in the United States or foreign jurisdictions. A 2022 Puerto Rico tax law change replaced the excise tax with an income tax, beginning in 2023.
In December 2023, the Board 72 of Directors declared a cash dividend of $2.25 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2024, an increase of 6% for this period, to be paid in March 2024. During 2023, we did not repurchase any of our common stock.
In December 2024, the Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $2.38 per share of common stock for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 6% over the same period in the prior year, to be paid in March 2025. We also returned capital to stockholders through our stock repurchase program.