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What Is a Patent Cliff?

By Jeremy Bowman – Updated Nov 20, 2024 at 1:36PM

Key Points

  • Patent cliffs cause sharp revenue drops for drugmakers once exclusivity ends.
  • Generic manufacturers and consumers benefit from lower drug prices post-patent.
  • Investors must research patent expirations to avoid stock value pitfalls.
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