Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) Gross Margin: 83.51%
Is Eli Lilly and Company’s gross margin high or low?
Eli Lilly and Company's gross margin of 83.51% is in line with its 5-year average of 78.83%, near the high end of its 5-year range (74.18%–83.79%).
The gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) is 83.51% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 1.16% (82.55%).
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LLY Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
83.51%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
82.55%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
80.28%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
78.83%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
77.78%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
78.01%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
78.01%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+1.16%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+4.02%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+5.94%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+7.36%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+7.05%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+7.05%
LLY Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) | — | 83.51% | 82.55% | 80.28% | 78.83% |
| Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) | $574.15B | 69.12% | 70.92% | 69.98% | 69.30% |
| AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) | $399.54B | 70.68% | 70.11% | 68.16% | 68.00% |
| UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH) | $368.44B | 18.80% | 20.43% | 22.48% | 23.36% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) | $293.02B | 75.91% | 74.15% | 73.03% | 71.89% |
| Amgen Inc. (AMGN) | $183.75B | 71.46% | 66.16% | 69.53% | 71.51% |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) | $179.45B | 39.41% | 39.50% | 40.36% | 43.54% |
| Abbott Laboratories (ABT) | $154.66B | 56.38% | 53.17% | 51.86% | 51.92% |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) | $151.21B | 79.35% | 78.55% | 78.10% | 78.28% |
| Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) | $146.44B | 66.29% | 66.73% | 66.82% | 67.04% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
83.5%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Eli Lilly and Company Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Eli Lilly and Company Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The gross margin for LLY stock is 83.51%.
- Is Eli Lilly and Company's gross margin high or low?
- Eli Lilly and Company's gross margin of 83.51% is in line with its 5-year average of 78.83%, near the high end of its 5-year range (74.18%–83.79%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The TTM average gross margin for LLY stock is 82.55%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for LLY stock is 80.28%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for LLY stock is 78.83%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for LLY stock is 77.78%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for LLY stock is 78.01%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Eli Lilly and Company (LLY)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for LLY stock is 78.01%.
Eli Lilly and Company Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 83.79% |
| 2024-12-31 | 81.31% |
| 2023-12-31 | 79.25% |
| 2022-12-31 | 76.77% |
| 2021-12-31 | 74.18% |
| 2020-12-31 | 77.66% |
| 2019-12-31 | 78.85% |
| 2018-12-31 | 78.22% |
| 2017-12-31 | 77.73% |
| 2016-12-31 | 73.09% |
| 2015-12-31 | 74.76% |
| 2014-12-31 | 74.85% |
| 2013-12-31 | 78.76% |
| 2012-12-31 | 78.78% |
| 2011-12-31 | 79.13% |
| 2010-12-31 | 81.08% |
| 2009-12-31 | 80.55% |
| 2008-12-31 | 78.52% |
| 2007-12-31 | 77.20% |
| 2006-12-31 | 77.40% |
| 2005-12-31 | 76.28% |
| 2004-12-31 | 76.74% |
| 2003-12-31 | 78.74% |
| 2002-12-31 | 80.35% |
| 2001-12-31 | 81.28% |
| 2000-12-31 | 85.09% |
| 1999-12-31 | 83.42% |
| 1998-12-31 | 83.49% |
| 1997-12-31 | 82.02% |
| 1996-12-31 | 81.02% |
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About Eli Lilly and Company
Eli Lilly and Company is a prominent global pharmaceutical firm dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of human medicines across the world. Its therapeutic offerings include a comprehensive suite of diabetes medications. This encompasses various insulin formulations like Basaglar, the Humalog family (e.g., Mix 75/25, U-100, U-200, Mix 50/50), insulin lispro products (including protamine and mix 75/25), and the Humulin line (e.g., 70/30, N, R, U-500). Furthermore, Eli Lilly provides specialized treatments for type 2 diabetes, such as Jardiance, Trajenta, and Trulicity. In oncology, Eli Lilly offers a robust portfolio targeting various cancers. These include Alimta for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and malignant pleural mesothelioma; Cyramza, indicated for metastatic gastric cancer, gastro-esophageal junction adenocarcinoma, metastatic NSCLC, metastatic colorectal cancer, and hepatocellular carcinoma; Erbitux for colorectal and various head and neck cancers; Retevmo, used in metastatic NSCLC, medullary thyroid, and other thyroid cancers; Tyvyt for relapsed or refractory classic Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-squamous NSCLC; and Verzenio, prescribed for HR+, HER2- metastatic breast cancer, node-positive, and early breast cancer. For autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, the company markets Olumiant for rheumatoid arthritis, and Taltz, which addresses plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis. Addressing neurological and pain management needs, Eli Lilly provides Cymbalta for depressive disorder, diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain, generalized anxiety disorder, fibromyalgia, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Emgality is available for migraine prevention and episodic cluster headaches, while Zyprexa treats schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder, and aids in bipolar maintenance. Other significant products include Bamlanivimab and etesevimab, along with Bebtelovimab, both developed for COVID-19. Cialis is offered for erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia, and Forteo is available for osteoporosis. Eli Lilly actively engages in strategic collaborations with numerous partners, including Incyte Corporation; Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; AbCellera Biologics Inc.; Junshi Biosciences; Regor Therapeutics Group; Lycia Therapeutics, Inc.; Kumquat Biosciences Inc.; Entos Pharmaceuticals Inc.; and Foghorn Therapeutics Inc. Established in 1876, Eli Lilly and Company maintains its corporate headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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- David A. Ricks