Viatris Unveils $650M Cost-Savings Plan, UBS Raises Price Target to $20
UBS raised its price target on Viatris to $20 from $18 after the company met Q4 cost-savings targets and issued FY26 guidance above consensus. Viatris reported Q4 2025 revenue of $14.3 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $4.2 billion and unveiled a $650 million three-year cost-savings program.
1. UBS Price Target Revision
UBS raised its price target on Viatris to $20 from $18 and maintained a Buy rating after the company reported meeting its Q4 cost-savings objectives and issuing FY26 guidance above consensus. The analyst highlighted potential for mid-single-digit revenue growth and teen-level EPS CAGR, supporting valuation expansion over time.
2. Q4 2025 Financial Results
Viatris reported Q4 2025 revenue of $14.3 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $4.2 billion, with CEO Scott Smith describing 2025 as a strong year that positioned the company for sustainable growth beginning in 2026. The company returned over $1 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases and completed 60 regional transactions, including the acquisition of Aculys Pharma in Japan.
3. Pipeline Progress and Cost-Savings Plan
Viatris highlighted five Phase III studies that delivered positive results, marking a milestone in its development pipeline, and expects enrollment in key programs like cenerimod and selatogrel to complete in 2026. Management outlined a $650 million three-year cost-savings plan—with $250 million earmarked for reinvestment—and prepared operational redundancies for a potential FDA reinspection of its Indore facility.