Operating
Change in Inventories
Eli Lilly Change in Inventories remained flat by 0.0% to $1.17B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 86.3%, from $626.85M to $1.17B. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Change in Inventories shows an upward trend with a 110.9% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
An increase might signal preparation for a major product launch or, conversely, slowing demand and potential future write-downs.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks the change in the value of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods held by the company. A...
Peer comparison
Consumer hardware companies aim for high inventory turnover to minimize the risk of product obsolescence.
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change_in_inventoriesHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $235.90M | $599.70M | $1.43B | $2.51B | $4.67B |
| YoY Change | — | +154.2% | +137.6% | +76.0% | +86.3% |
Range$235.90M – $4.67B
CAGR+110.9%
Avg YoY Growth+113.5%
Median YoY Growth+112.0%
Current Streak4+ years growth
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Eli Lilly's change in inventories?
- Eli Lilly (LLY) reported change in inventories of $1.17B in Q4 2025.
- How has Eli Lilly's change in inventories changed year-over-year?
- Eli Lilly's change in inventories increased by 86.3% year-over-year, from $626.85M to $1.17B.
- What is the long-term trend for Eli Lilly's change in inventories?
- Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Eli Lilly's change in inventories has grown at a 110.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $235.90M to $4.67B.
- What does change in inventories mean?
- The change in the value of products and materials the company has in stock.