Question · Q3 2025
Linda Bolduc asked about the impact of recent competitive launches in dermatology and parasiticides on Elanco's performance in Q3 2025 and into Q4 2025. She also inquired about the extent to which competition is embedded in the current guidance and if it is expected to ramp significantly in 2026. Additionally, she requested more details on the topics to be covered at the upcoming investor day, beyond the Elanco Ascend program.
Answer
Jeff Simmons, President and CEO, stated that competitive impacts are factored into the 2025 guidance, and Elanco has a clear view for 2026. He noted no material impact from competitive entries in the broad-spectrum endectocide market, which continues to grow at 40%, or from new international para competitors, attributing this to Elanco's differentiated portfolios. Regarding the investor day, Simmons mentioned that the content would reflect investor feedback, focusing on Elanco's growth trajectory, margin improvement, the Elanco Ascend opportunity, pipeline aspects, and the leverage reduction plan, with the executive team presenting the IPP strategy.