Earnings analysis · 10-Q
GILD earnings analysis
Filed May 7, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
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Gilead Sciences reported Q1 2026 results with revenue of $6.96 billion, marking a 4% increase from $6.67 billion in Q1 2025, and EPS of $2.03, surpassing estimates of $1.91. Key growth drivers included a 10% increase in…
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Gilead Sciences reported Q1 2026 results with revenue of $6.96 billion, marking a 4% increase from $6.67 billion in Q1 2025, and EPS of $2.03, surpassing estimates of $1.91. Key growth drivers included a 10% increase in HIV product sales, particularly from Biktarvy and Descovy, despite challenges in Veklury sales which decreased significantly by 52%.
Where revenue came from
The business segments reported by the company.
Shares of the segments disclosed in this filing, largest first.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $2.03
- Gross margin
- 79.2%
What stood out
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Q1 Revenue Growth of 4%
Revenue reached $6.96 billion in Q1 2026, up from $6.67 billion in Q1 2025.
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EPS Surpassed Estimates
Reported EPS was $2.03, beating estimates of $1.91 by 6.28%.
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Strong HIV Product Sales Growth
HIV product sales increased by 10% to $5.03 billion, driven by 38% growth in Descovy.
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Gross Margin Improvement
Gross margin improved to 79.2%, up from 76.7% year-over-year.
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Significant Net Income Increase
Net income increased by 54% to $2.02 billion from $1.32 billion in the previous year.
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Increased Operating Cash Flow
Operating cash flow rose by 45% to $2.54 billion, compared to $1.76 billion in Q1 2025.
What to watch
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Decline in Veklury Sales
Veklury's sales dropped by 52%, down to $144 million due to lower COVID-19 hospitalizations.
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Upcoming Acquisition Charges
Expected IPR&D expenses of approximately $11.5 billion are projected for Q2 2026, impacting profitability.
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Increased SG&A Expenses
Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased by 15% year-over-year to $1.45 billion.
Management's outlook
Outlook deferred to earnings press release / call.
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