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AbbVie Inc(ABBV)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 109 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+35.98% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$285.99
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ABBV

10/28/2026: ABBV (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 109 days. Simulated Profits (35.98%). Updated daily EoD!

AbbVie is a prominent, research-based biopharmaceutical company that has historically relied on the success of its flagship immunology drug, Humira. The company is currently executing a strategic pivot, leveraging newer blockbusters like Skyrizi and Rinvoq, alongside its diversified aesthetics franchise obtained from the acquisition of Allergan. While AbbVie benefits from high profit margins and a long track record of consistent dividend payments, it faces substantial risks, including patent cliffs and intense competition from biosimilar manufacturers. The company is best suited for income-focused and value-oriented investors who can tolerate sector-specific regulatory and clinical risks while monitoring the successful integration of its new growth drivers.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is moderate as the company focuses on replacing legacy revenue rather than aggressive top-line expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive clinical data readouts and the successful uptake of new products like Skyrizi.
Value investorStrong fitAbbVie often trades at a valuation that appeals to value investors seeking steady cash flows and a solid yield.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company's history of consistent dividend increases makes it a preferred choice for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, the company faces patent risk and regulatory uncertainty which can introduce volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumBiotech stocks are sensitive to clinical trial outcomes and regulatory news.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock can become overvalued if investors overestimate the growth potential of new pipelines.
Competition risk (biosimilars)HighThe entry of lower-cost biosimilars directly impacts the pricing power of core immunology assets.
Business qualityStrongAbbVie maintains high profit margins and a defensible, albeit pressured, product moat.
Dividend incomeStrongThe dividend is supported by robust cash flows, making it highly reliable.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessful transition from Humira to newer blockbusters is critical for long-term health.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 48.56%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ABBV receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ABBV has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 29.1%) is partially offset by slightly negative earnings growth (-1.2%), moderate revenue growth (+8.6%), soft profitability (net margin 6.9%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ABBV's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $17.8B (29.1% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ABBV's strongest growth driver at +8.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-1.2%, slightly negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-0.1%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 77.4% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.11%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.46%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.53%
State Street Corp 4.67%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 2.74%
JPMorgan Chase & Co 2.71%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ABBV generates approximately $702 of gross profit, $328 of operating income, and $291 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 35.83%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ABBV has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 506.08B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 80.9
1Y Target Price 283.19
Price to earnings Ratio 80.9
1Y Target Price 283.19
Volume (30-day avg) 4.8M shares
Beta 0.23
52 Weeks Range 188.25 - 291.40
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 188.25 - 291.40
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.38%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.54

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
ImmunologyHumira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq sales.This is the core engine of the company, though it is currently undergoing a major transition.
AestheticsBotox Cosmetic, Juvederm collection.Provides a consumer-facing revenue stream that is less tied to traditional insurance reimbursement.
NeuroscienceVraylar, Botox Therapeutic, migraine treatments.A growing segment focused on long-term treatment needs for chronic neurological conditions.
OncologyImbruvica, Venclexta.Highly specialized segment that targets significant unmet medical needs in cancer care.
GeographyGlobal revenue including US and International markets.The company is largely US-centric but maintains a significant footprint in international markets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-30
When Before Market
Estimate 3.74
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 9.8%
Operating Margin (TTM) 40.04%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 10.51%
Return on Equity (TTM) 62.25%

Valuation

Trailing PE 80.9
Forward PE 17.61
Enterprise Value 570.45B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.87
Enterprise Value 570.45B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.87
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.84
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 29.2
Shares Outstanding 1.77B
Shares Floating 1.76B
Shares Outstanding 1.77B
Shares Floating 1.76B
Percent Insiders 0.11
Percent Institutions 77.38

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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