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    LITFULO Vitiligo Win And New COVID Shot Could Be A Game Changer For Pfizer (PFE)

    Simply Wall St·07/31/2026 03:25:35
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    • In late July 2026, Pfizer reported positive Phase 3 results for its oral JAK3/TEC inhibitor LITFULO in nonsegmental vitiligo and secured European Commission approval for its 2026–2027 XFG‑adapted COVID-19 vaccine for individuals six months and older.
    • Together, these milestones highlight Pfizer’s push to build a broader immunology and dermatology franchise while maintaining a recurring role in seasonal COVID-19 vaccination campaigns.
    • With this backdrop, we’ll now examine how LITFULO’s Phase 3 success in vitiligo could reshape Pfizer’s longer-term investment narrative.

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    Pfizer Investment Narrative Recap

    To own Pfizer today, you need to believe its broad pipeline and large existing franchises can offset pressure from drug pricing reforms, patent expirations, and softer COVID revenue. The LITFULO vitiligo data and XFG adapted COVID vaccine approval both support that pipeline story, but they do not change the near term focus on execution around upcoming launches, cost controls, and the risk that revenue and earnings may continue to trend lower.

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    Pfizer's narrative projects $54.9 billion revenue and $9.2 billion earnings by 2029.

    Uncover how Pfizer's forecasts yield a $29.19 fair value, a 17% upside to its current price.

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    Some of the lowest estimating analysts were assuming Pfizer’s revenue could fall to about US$50.9 billion and earnings to roughly US$6.0 billion by 2029, which is far more pessimistic than consensus and may look different once you weigh that view against LITFULO’s Phase 3 success and the possibility that late stage oncology programs actually deliver.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.