SKYRIZI (risankizumab-rzaa) is an interleukin-23 antagonist used across plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis in adults. It is a humanized IgG1 monoclonal antibody that selectively binds the p19 subunit of IL-23 and inhibits downstream pro-inflammatory signaling. U.S. initial approval was in 2019.
AbbVie raised 2026 revenue and EPS guidance after first-quarter results beat estimates, with Skyrizi and Rinvoq driving growth. Humira erosion continued as neuroscience, oncology and pipeline assets supported the outlook.
AbbVie filed an sBLA for SKYRIZI as a subcutaneous induction therapy for Crohn's disease, supported by Phase 3 AFFIRM data. SKYRIZI and Rinvoq combined for $25.9B in 2025 revenue, exceeding 2027 guidance. The FDA also approved Venclexta plus acalabrutinib in CLL.
Eli Lilly, AbbVie, Vertex, Gilead Sciences and Pfizer were identified as pharmaceutical stocks to watch, with Abbott Laboratories and McKesson appearing on a separate seven-stock list.
AbbVie said Skyrizi and Rinvoq generated $26.0 billion in 2025 sales and are expected to exceed $31 billion in 2026. The company said the two immunology drugs continue to offset Humira erosion and drive top-line growth.
AbbVie reported full-year adjusted EPS of $10 and total net revenue of $61.2 billion for 2025. Merit Financial Group raised its fourth-quarter stake in the company to 93,295 shares worth $21.317 million.
AbbVie has received a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts with an average price target of $253.15. The company reported strong quarterly earnings of $2.71 EPS and $16.62 billion revenue, beating estimates. Recent clinical progress includes positive Phase 1 results for an obesity drug candidate showing 7.8-9.8% weight loss.
AbbVie reported positive Phase 3 data for Skyrizi's subcutaneous Crohn's disease treatment and is advancing lutikizumab and Rinvoq in hidradenitis suppurativa, with multiple readouts expected throughout 2026 as the company pursues combination therapy strategies.
AbbVie shares declined 2% on March 13, 2026, amid reduced trading volume, while BMO Capital maintained its Outperform rating following Phase 1 obesity drug trial data for ABBV-295.
AbbVie reported Q4 earnings that beat consensus estimates with $16.62 billion in revenue, while facing competitive setbacks in psoriatic arthritis and Medicare pricing challenges for Botox.
Healthcare sector surged 10% since Q4 2025, outpacing all S&P 500 sectors as investors rotate from tech to pharmaceutical value plays. Major drugmakers demonstrate resilience following Medicare price negotiations implementation.
| NCT ID | Title | Status | Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07258745 |
Pharmacokinetic, Safety, Tolerability, and Immunogenicity Comparison of CKD-704 (Risankizumab Biosimilar), With EU-approved Skyrizi®, and US-licensed Skyrizi® in Healthy Adult Participants |
RECRUITING | PHASE1 |
| NCT04722640 |
Exploring the Effects of IL-23 Inhibition by Risankizumab on Psoriasis Autoimmunity |
UNKNOWN | PHASE4 |
