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Eli Lilly and Company(LLY)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 18 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+13.94% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$1432.29
11/10/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LLY

11/10/2026: LLY (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 18 days. Simulated Profits (13.94%). Updated daily EoD!

Eli Lilly and Company is a prominent global pharmaceutical firm recognized for its specialized medicines in metabolic, oncological, and neurological disorders. Its business is currently highlighted by the significant growth of its GLP-1 portfolio, which serves as a major revenue engine. The primary investment story centers on the company's ability to sustain high demand and capture market share in obesity and chronic disease treatments. Investors must balance this opportunity against high valuation premiums, regulatory pricing risks, and execution challenges regarding manufacturing capacity. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors and those monitoring large-cap pharmaceutical innovation, provided they are comfortable with the inherent volatility associated with high-growth medical franchises.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitLilly's strong product pipeline and market leadership in obesity drugs drive high growth expectations.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock has demonstrated strong price momentum driven by commercial success in its metabolic segment.
Value investorWeak fitHigh valuation multiples based on future earnings growth make it less attractive for traditional value investors.
Dividend investorMixed fitWhile the company pays a dividend, the yield is modest, reflecting a focus on capital appreciation.
Low-risk investorMixed fitPharmaceutical sector volatility and high valuation premiums introduce risk for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highHigh expectations for new drug launches can cause sharp swings in share price based on clinical or earnings news.
Valuation riskHighThe stock trades at a premium valuation that requires flawless execution to justify current pricing.
Competition risk (Metabolic/Obesity)Medium / highIntense rivalry with Novo Nordisk and other developers of GLP-1 and non-GLP-1 weight-loss agents threatens future pricing and market share.
Business qualityStrongLilly possesses a high-quality portfolio with strong pricing power and significant barriers to entry.
Dividend incomeLowInvestors should not rely on the stock for high current income, as the focus is on reinvestment.
Execution riskMediumThe company faces significant logistical challenges in manufacturing and distributing its injectable obesity products to meet global demand.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 59.16%
Avg. Invested days 43
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LLY has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+94.9%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 13.8%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.15%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LLY's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $9.0B (13.8% of revenue). Liquidity is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is LLY's strongest growth driver at +138.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+44.7%, strong) and earnings growth (+94.9%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 85.5% and approximately 99.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.15%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Lilly Endowment Inc 10.11%
BlackRock Inc 7.58%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.01%
PNC Financial Services Group Inc 5.76%
State Street Corp 4.07%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LLY generates approximately $830 of gross profit, $456 of operating income, and $138 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: 19.79%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LLY 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 1.26T USD
Price to earnings Ratio 43.94
1Y Target Price 1453.4
Price to earnings Ratio 43.94
1Y Target Price 1453.4
Volume (30-day avg) 2.8M shares
Beta 0.39
52 Weeks Range 847.83 - 1453.00
Updated Date 11/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 847.83 - 1453.00
Updated Date 11/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.49%
Basic EPS (TTM) 32.13

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Human PharmaceuticalsIncludes sales of Mounjaro, Zepbound, Verzenio, Taltz, and other portfolio drugs.The company makes money primarily by selling patented, high-value prescription drugs to healthcare providers and pharmacy networks.
GeographyRevenue distribution across the United States and international markets.The US is the primary driver of revenue, though international markets remain important for long-term product adoption.

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 2026-10-29
When Before Market
Estimate 5.38
Actual 7.48

Profitability

Profit Margin 31.9%
Operating Margin (TTM) 53.66%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 21.06%
Return on Equity (TTM) 86.02%

Valuation

Trailing PE 43.94
Forward PE 27.17
Enterprise Value 1.25T
Price to Sales(TTM) 14.55
Enterprise Value 1.25T
Price to Sales(TTM) 14.55
Enterprise Value to Revenue 14.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.9
Shares Outstanding 890.75M
Shares Floating 888.35M
Shares Outstanding 890.75M
Shares Floating 888.35M
Percent Insiders 0.15
Percent Institutions 85.54

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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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)

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⚙️ 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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