
Eli Lilly and Co
NYSE:LLY

ROCE
Return on Capital Employed
ROCE, or Return on Capital Employed, is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability in relation to the capital it employs.
ROCE Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap | ROCE | ||
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US |
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Eli Lilly and Co
NYSE:LLY
|
724.6B USD |
38%
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UK |
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Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC
LSE:DPH
|
440.4B GBP |
2%
|
|
US |
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Johnson & Johnson
NYSE:JNJ
|
368.8B USD |
18%
|
|
DK |
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Novo Nordisk A/S
CSE:NOVO B
|
2.1T DKK |
70%
|
|
CH |
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Roche Holding AG
SIX:ROG
|
213.5B CHF |
29%
|
|
CH |
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Novartis AG
SIX:NOVN
|
189.6B CHF |
26%
|
|
UK |
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AstraZeneca PLC
LSE:AZN
|
166B GBP |
18%
|
|
US |
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Merck & Co Inc
NYSE:MRK
|
196.7B USD |
25%
|
|
IE |
E
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Endo International PLC
LSE:0Y5F
|
163.5B USD |
5%
|
|
US |
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Pfizer Inc
NYSE:PFE
|
132.6B USD |
10%
|
|
FR |
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Sanofi SA
PAR:SAN
|
109.5B EUR |
20%
|
Eli Lilly and Co
Glance View
Eli Lilly and Co. has long been a stalwart in the pharmaceutical industry, sculpting its trajectory through innovation and strategic acumen. Founded in 1876 by Colonel Eli Lilly, the company has grown from a small chemical firm into a global powerhouse in developing life-changing medications. Its headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, serve as a hub of research and development, where groundbreaking scientific exploration meets business strategy. Eli Lilly thrives on its core pillars of innovation in oncology, immunology, and diabetes care, relying on a deep commitment to scientific discovery and patient care. This emphasis allows it to consistently bring cutting-edge treatments to market, boosting its reputation as a leader in pharmaceuticals and maintaining a strong pipeline of drugs that drive future growth. The company's business model is principally built around creating proprietary medications that command premium pricing due to their uniqueness and effectiveness. This model sustains Eli Lilly's revenue through a dual approach: serving mature markets with established products and fueling growth with new launches. Patents on flagship drugs protect these revenue streams, allowing the company to invest substantially in research and development, which in recent years prioritizes personalized medicine and biotechnology. Collaborations with academic institutions and other corporations have also been pivotal, accelerating drug development and expanding Eli Lilly's reach across therapeutic areas. Overall, its ability to navigate regulatory frameworks and maintain robust sales and marketing strategies ensures its medications reach patients globally, securing its financial health and influence within the healthcare landscape.

See Also
ROCE, or Return on Capital Employed, is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability in relation to the capital it employs.
Based on Eli Lilly and Co's most recent financial statements, the company has ROCE of 37.7%.