Why invest

Our successful business model provides a solid platform for growth. We combine a diverse portfolio with excellent financial discipline to deliver outstanding value for shareholders.

A solid platform with unique business model 

  • Leading market positions – 7th largest in the US1 and 2nd largest in MENA2 
  • Expanding manufacturing footprint  - 29 plants across our markets, with additional facilities being established
  • Global player with local expertise
  • Trusted partner known for our commitment to quality and reliability of supply
  • Agile supply chain, flexible manufacturing and leading technical capabilities
Highlights
$ 3,156 m Group core revenue
$ 719 m Group core operating profit
26.1 % Core EBITDA margin

An increasingly diverse portfolio and pipeline

  • A broad portfolio that is tailored to local market needs
  • Targeting increase in R&D spend to 6–7% of Group revenue to ensure the consistent development of new products
  • Growing presence in specialty, complex and higher-value products, which offer less competition and higher margins
  • Strong momentum in new product launches across our markets
  • Enhancing our pipeline by adding innovative products through value-creating partnerships
  • Adding to the strength of our base business through strategic acquisitions
Highlights
4.5 % 2024 R&D spend as % of revenue
132 launches across our markets in 2024
300 + products in pipeline

Strategic execution driven by our three pillars

 

We aim to deliver consistent and profitable growth by putting better health within reach every day, creating high-quality medicines and making them accessible for patients around the world. Our three strategic pillars are: to strive for excellence; to diversify and differentiate our pipeline; and to empower people and act responsibly.

A proven track record of delivery for shareholders

  • Group revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7% and core EBIT CAGR of 7% since 2019
  • Strong cash generation with $564 million operating cash flow in 2024
  • Strong balance sheet that provides financial flexibility to support future growth, with low leverage of 1.4x net debt to EBITDA
  • High returns, with 16.9% return on average invested capital
Highlights
7 % Group 5-year revenue CAGR
7 % Group 5-year core EBIT CAGR
16.9 % Return on average invested capital

All figures for year ending 31 December 2024. 

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Hikma R&D - Innovating analytical research: Meet Raghad Saleh

Story, Life at Hikma 28 July 2025
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Hikma remains a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index

Press Release, Corporate 16 July 2025
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Recent results

1. IQVIA MAT December 2024, includes all generic injectable and non-injectables
2.  Based on internal analysis by using data from the following source: IQVIA MIDAS® Monthly Value Sales data for Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and UAE, for the period: calendar year 2024, reflecting estimates of real-world activity. Copyright IQVIA. All rights reserved.