Lilly to build $2.5 billion Germany plant as obesity drug demand soars

In Health
November 17, 2023
Lilly to build .5 billion Germany plant as obesity drug demand soars


DealsHealth

Reuters exclusively reported that Eli Lilly (LLY.N) will build its first plant in Germany in the western town of Alzey for 2.3 billion euros ($2.5 billion), the U.S. drugmaker said on Friday, as the sector scrambles to meet soaring demand for new diabetes and obesity therapies. 

Market Impact

As the sector scrambles to meet demand for new diabetes and obesity therapies, the investment, confirmed by Lilly on Nov 17, will contribute to meeting surging demand for weight-loss drug Mounjaro from 2027. Eli Lilly and Danish rival Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO) are leading a race to seize an estimated $100 billion future global market for anti-obesity treatments.   

Article Tags

Topics of Interest: DealsHealth

Type: Reuters Best

Sectors: Pharmaceuticals & HealthcareRetail & Consumer Goods

Regions: Europe

Countries: Germany

Win Types: Exclusivity

Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop

Media Types: Text

Customer Impact: Important Regional Story