GSK now expects 20+ phase III trial starts in 2026, up from 10
GSK•Q2 2026 performance
The updated expectations follow Q2 2026 performance with total sales of £8.4 billion, up 5%, and core operating profit of £2.8 billion, up 7%.
Cost-savings program
Management flagged a 3-year cost-savings program to fund late-stage portfolio investment, with some savings aimed at supporting margins in 2028-2030.
Updated 2026 R&D outlook
GSK now expects more than 20 Phase III trial starts in 2026, up from 10 previously.




