Question · Q4 2025
Mike Makovich asked about the outlook for Xifaxan generics, specifically what key events to watch for regarding potential pre-2028 availability and the company's confidence in retaining exclusivity until 2028. He also sought clarification on the medium-term EBITDA outlook, asking if a similar magnitude step down in 2027 should be assumed given the low-to-mid single-digit EBITDA growth expected for 2026.
Answer
CEO Thomas Appio confirmed a generic for Xifaxan is expected by January 1, 2028. He mentioned ongoing legal matters, including Teva's first filer status with two appeal cases in the D.C. District Court, and a new patent case in the New Jersey District Court involving Amneal and Norwich, where the 30-month stay for Norwich's second ANDA is still to be determined. CFO JJ Charhon confirmed an expected dip in EBITDA for 2027, suggesting it would be around $2.7 billion based on the outlined financial logic.
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