Elanco Animal Health Stock Price, News & Analysis

Elanco Animal Health (NYSE: ELAN) has joined the Greener Cattle Initiative, committing approximately $5 million over five years to fund research aimed at reducing methane emissions in beef and dairy production. This effort, led by the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research, responds to the urgent need for climate action as highlighted by the UN. Elanco's participation aligns with its sustainability goals, including its pledge to remove 21 million tons of emissions from customer farms by 2030.

Elanco Animal Health reported a 27% increase in third quarter revenue, reaching $1,131 million, boosted by the Bayer Animal Health acquisition. The company updated its full-year revenue guidance to $4,730 to $4,770 million while maintaining adjusted EPS guidance of $0.97 to $1.03. However, reported EPS was $(0.21). Gross margin improved significantly to 55.6%. Elanco's operational performance reflected strong fundamentals, particularly in the Farm Animal and Pet Health sectors, with significant product contributions. The company anticipates continued growth in 2022.

Elanco Animal Health (NYSE: ELAN) has been recognized in FORTUNE’s 2021 Change the World list, ranking 19th among 53 companies making a social or environmental impact. This accolade highlights Elanco's East Africa Growth Accelerator (EAGA), which supports smallholder farmers in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda by providing affordable veterinary products and training. The initiative, begun in 2017 with backing from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, integrates into Elanco's operations, emphasizing animal health's role in addressing hunger and climate challenges.

Elanco Animal Health (NYSE: ELAN) is set to announce its third quarter 2021 financial results on November 5, 2021. A conference call will follow at 8:00 a.m. eastern time to discuss the company's performance, accessible via a live webcast on Elanco's website. The company specializes in products and services aimed at preventing and treating diseases in farm animals and pets, emphasizing sustainability and community impact. With nearly 70 years of experience in animal health, Elanco aims to improve the welfare of animals globally.

Elanco Animal Health (NYSE: ELAN) announces the appointment of Ellen de Brabander, Ph.D., as the new executive vice president of Innovation and Regulatory Affairs, effective October 18. She brings extensive experience, including leading the development of NexGard. The company maintains its innovation revenue expectations of $600 to $700 million by 2025, driven by the acquisition of KindredBio and ongoing pipeline advancements. Additionally, Aaron Schacht will lead the carve-out of Elanco's microbiome R&D platform to establish an independent biopharmaceutical entity.

Elanco Animal Health has completed the acquisition of Kindred Biosciences for $444 million, enhancing its position in the dermatology market. This acquisition is expected to bring three potential blockbusters by 2025 and add $100 million to Elanco's innovation revenue, totaling $600-$700 million. The partnership is poised to boost Elanco's annual revenue growth by 1% starting in 2024 and improve gross margins. This strategic move strengthens Elanco's commitment to addressing unmet medical needs for pets.