Markets acknowledge AstraZeneca’s forecast-busting numbers

6 February 2025

Anglo-Swedish pharma major AstraZeneca (LSE: AZN) beat analyst expectations in presenting its impressive latest financial results.

The Cambridge-based drugmaker was trading 6% higher at lunchtime Thursday, following its presentation of the fourth quarter and 2024 results, along with its guidance for 2025.

Total revenue for the year grew by 18% to $54.07 billion, while for the fourth quarter, it was up 24% at $14.89 billion. Core earnings per share (EPS) increased 13% for the year, to $8.21, while for the quarter, they were $2.09, up 44%.

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