Pfizer Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Pfizer's CEO is Albert Bourla, appointed in Jan 2019, has a tenure of 7.33 years. total yearly compensation is $27.59M, comprised of 6.5% salary and 93.5% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.007% of the company’s shares, worth $10.38M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 6 years and 7.5 years respectively.
Key information
Albert Bourla
Chief executive officer
US$27.6m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 6.53% |
| CEO tenure | 7.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.007% |
| Management average tenure | 6yrs |
| Board average tenure | 7.5yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
PFE: Patent Cliff And GLP 1 Pipeline Will Shape Post Settlement Outlook
Pfizer's updated analyst price target has shifted slightly lower to $24.00 from $25.00 as analysts factor in a steeper projected revenue decline, a modestly higher profit margin outlook, and mixed views on the post-settlement pipeline and patent overhang. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Pfizer highlights a split view.Pfizer: Why You Should Double Down Into Q1
May 01
PFE: GLP-1 And Oncology Advancements Will Support Post LOE Repricing
Pfizer's analyst fair value estimate has been adjusted modestly higher to $35.96 from $35.33, as analysts factor in recent price target raises and mixed views on the post-2028 pipeline, loss of exclusivity risks, and evolving expectations for the GLP-1 and oncology portfolios. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Pfizer reflects a split view, with some firms expressing caution around patent expiries and near term visibility, while other bullish analysts focus on the potential in GLP-1 and oncology programs, along with broader sector appeal in healthcare.PFE: Obesity And Oncology Pipeline Progress Will Drive Post LOE Rerating
Analysts have nudged Pfizer's implied fair value modestly higher to about $35.33 per share, citing recent price target increases of around $1 to $3 and research that highlights contributions from its GLP-1, oncology, and hematology pipelines, while also noting the long-term patent cliff and revenue uncertainty. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Pfizer shows a split view, with some firms highlighting long term headwinds from loss of exclusivity while others point to pipeline depth and business development as potential offsets.PFE: Patent Cliff And GLP 1 Pipeline Will Shape Post 2028 Outlook
Pfizer's updated analyst narrative keeps fair value steady at $25.00, with recent Street research showing price targets clustering from $25.00 to $35.00 as analysts weigh concerns about a post-2028 patent cliff against interest in the GLP-1, oncology, and collaboration pipelines, as well as healthcare's perceived appeal in a riskier macro backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Pfizer reflects a split view, with some firms pointing to potential in GLP-1, oncology, hematology, and collaborations, while others emphasize the scale and timing of the expected revenue cliff and limited visibility on offsets.PFE: Patent Cliff And GLP 1 Pipeline Will Shape Next Decade
Analysts lifted their fair value estimate for Pfizer from $23.00 to $25.00 per share, reflecting updated views that weigh a stronger GLP 1 and oncology pipeline against ongoing concerns about the patent cliff and near term revenue visibility. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Pfizer presents a mixed picture, with more cautious voices focusing on patent expirations, limited near term pipeline visibility, and questions around how quickly new therapies can support growth.PFE: Obesity Pipeline Progress Will Drive Post LOE Re Rating
Pfizer's updated analyst price target edges lower to about $35 per share. This reflects analysts' focus on ongoing losses of exclusivity, a slightly softer revenue and margin outlook, and tempered expectations for future P/E as some firms initiate or assume coverage with more cautious views around the next few years.PFE: Obesity Pipeline And LOE Headwinds Will Shape Future Re Rating
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Pfizer from $36.16 to $35.46, reflecting more cautious assumptions on revenue trends and profit margins, even as some on the Street highlight new assets and deals that they believe could support a higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Pfizer highlights a mix of caution and optimism, with several firms reassessing how the pipeline and recent deals might offset upcoming patent expiries and support the valuation over time.PFE: Loss Of Exclusivity And Obesity Deal Costs Will Pressure Shares
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Pfizer from $24.00 to $23.00 per share, citing lower revenue and margin assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate, and cautious views on patent expiries, while still noting ongoing interest in its pipeline and licensing deals. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Pfizer has been mixed, with some firms highlighting long term opportunities in areas like obesity and licensing, while others are stressing near term execution and patent expiry risks.PFE: Obesity Deal And LOE Overhang Will Shape Re Rating Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Pfizer, citing ongoing revenue uncertainty around an expected US$15b to US$20b loss of exclusivity over the next few years, even as some see support from the obesity deal and a broader positive stance on large cap biopharma. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a split view on Pfizer, with some caution around the expected US$15b to US$20b loss of exclusivity over the next few years and others pointing to potential upside linked to obesity treatments and a broader positive stance on large cap biopharma.Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.43
Jan 08
PFE: Obesity Bid And Margin Outlook May Drive Re-Rating Ahead
Analysts have nudged their price target on Pfizer higher by $2 to $30, citing improving margin expectations and a more constructive sector backdrop, despite tempered revenue growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that the latest price target increase reinforces a gradually improving sentiment toward Pfizer, with investors starting to look past the near term revenue slowdown and focus more on medium term cash flow durability and pipeline execution.Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.43
Dec 18
PFE: Obesity Pipeline Expansion Will Drive Upside Amid Sector Rerating
Analysts nudged their price target on Pfizer higher to $30 from $28, citing a sector wide rerating on benign U.S. drug pricing developments and the strategic upside from an expanded obesity pipeline and broader large cap biopharma innovation. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that Pfizer is benefiting from a constructive shift in U.S. drug pricing expectations and a broader rerating of large cap biopharma, which supports the recent price target increase and stabilizes valuation multiples.PFE: Obesity Deal Will Drive Upside After Sector Underperformance And Portfolio Shifts
Pfizer’s analyst price target was raised from $28 to $30 per share, reflecting a modest increase in fair value. Analysts cite sector-wide re-rating and updated fundamentals, including acquisition activity and anticipated drug pipeline developments, as key drivers for the revision.Solid Earnings Reflect Pfizer's (NYSE:PFE) Strength As A Business
Aug 12
Pfizer's Q1 Update May Mark A Bottom In The Stock
Apr 30Pfizer Earnings Preview: Pharma May Plumb New Depths After Obesity Drug Debacle
Apr 23CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | US$28m | US$2m | US$8b |
| Sep 28 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$10b |
| Jun 29 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$11b |
| Mar 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$25m | US$2m | US$8b |
| Sep 29 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$4b |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$3b |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$288m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$22m | US$2m | US$2b |
| Oct 01 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$10b |
| Jul 02 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$21b |
| Apr 02 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$29b |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$33m | US$2m | US$31b |
| Oct 02 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$30b |
| Jul 03 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$29b |
| Apr 03 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$25b |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$24m | US$2m | US$22b |
| Oct 03 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$19b |
| Jul 04 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$12b |
| Apr 04 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$9b |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$21m | US$2m | US$7b |
| Sep 27 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$212m |
| Jun 28 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Mar 29 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$9b |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$18m | US$2m | US$11b |
Compensation vs Market: Albert's total compensation ($USD27.59M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD14.63M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Albert's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Albert Bourla (63 yo)
7.3yrs
Tenure
US$27,585,301
Compensation
Dr. Albert Bourla, DVM, Ph.D. serves as Chairman & CEO at Pfizer Venture Investments LLC. He serves as CEO from January 2019. He serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Pfizer Inc. since January 1, 2019 a...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman of the Board & CEO | 7.3yrs | US$27.59m | 0.0069% $ 10.4m | |
| Executive VP & CFO | 4yrs | US$9.67m | 0.00067% $ 1.0m | |
| Chief Scientific Officer and President of Research & Development | 1.3yrs | US$10.01m | 0.0029% $ 4.3m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Legal Officer | 12.4yrs | US$9.11m | 0.0029% $ 4.4m | |
| Executive VP & Chief U.S. Commercial Officer | 4.8yrs | US$9.43m | 0.00052% $ 777.9k | |
| Senior VP | 6.2yrs | no data | 0.00058% $ 867.7k | |
| Executive VP & Chief Information Officer | less than a year | no data | 0.00083% $ 1.2m | |
| Chief Investor Relations Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief People Experience Officer & Executive VP | 5.9yrs | no data | 0.00074% $ 1.1m | |
| Senior VP and Chief Scientific Officer of Inflammation & Immunology | 10yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Scientific Officer of Oncology | 6.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP & Chief Scientific Officer of Rare Disease | no data | no data | no data |
6.0yrs
Average Tenure
59yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: PFE's management team is seasoned and experienced (6 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman of the Board & CEO | 6.3yrs | US$27.59m | 0.0069% $ 10.4m | |
| Independent Director | 6.1yrs | US$380.52k | 0.000060% $ 89.8k | |
| Lead Independent Director | 12.7yrs | US$410.00k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 9.3yrs | US$360.00k | 0.00057% $ 852.7k | |
| Independent Director | 18.7yrs | US$410.00k | 0.00018% $ 269.3k | |
| Independent Director | 11.9yrs | US$390.00k | 0.000060% $ 89.8k | |
| Independent Director | 6.2yrs | US$372.00k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 8.2yrs | US$380.00k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 6.3yrs | US$380.00k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 1.9yrs | US$380.00k | 0.00018% $ 269.3k | |
| Independent Director | 6.9yrs | US$393.50k | 0.00018% $ 269.3k | |
| Independent Director | 10.9yrs | US$400.37k | no data |
7.5yrs
Average Tenure
65yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: PFE's board of directors are considered experienced (7.5 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/05 16:34 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/29 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Pfizer Inc. is covered by 44 analysts. 26 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| David Toung | Argus Research Company |
| Emily Field | Barclays |
| Kerry Holford | Berenberg |