Biotech & Generics Sector

Best Biotech & Generics Stocks in 2026

The Biotech & Generics universe combines two complementary forces in modern medicine. Biotechnology companies focus on developing innovative treatments, such as cell and gene therapies, monoclonal antibodies and RNA-based drugs. Often through high-risk R&D and in partnership with major pharmaceutical firms, as demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic. In parallel, generic and biosimilar manufacturers play a critical role in expanding access to medicines by offering lower-cost alternatives to branded drugs. This segment is well-positioned to benefit from the current wave of blockbuster patent expirations (loss of exclusive rights) and increasing global pressure to reduce healthcare costs.

Top picks7
Total market cap$736.78B
Avg YTD+1.3%
Avg 3-Year+21.2%
Avg net margin19.7%

Sector Highlights

Top picks by key criteria across the sector

Sector Performance

Compare returns and net margin across our picks — toggle between periods

GileadGilead
+12.6%
PfizerPfizer
+7.2%
AmgenAmgen
+6.7%
SandozSandoz
+4.9%
VertexVertex
-0.6%
RegeneronRegeneron
-5.4%
OrganonOrganon
-16.3%

Our Top 7 Biotech & Generics Picks

Sorted by market cap — our best-in-class selection for long-term investors

Fundamental Analysis Comparison

Side-by-side view of all 5 proprietary section scores — hover a cell to see the exact score

CompanyProf.Liq.Lev.CFVal.
Amgen

Amgen

AMGN

E
A
P
E
G
Gilead

Gilead

GILD

E
G
A
G
G
Pfizer

Pfizer

PFE

A
W
G
E
G
Vertex

Vertex

VRTX

E
E
E
G
G
Regeneron

Regeneron

REGN

G
E
E
G
G
Sandoz

Sandoz

SDZ.SW

A
A
G
E
A
Organon

Organon

OGN

A
A
P
E
E
Excellent(4.2–5.0)
Good(3.4–4.2)
Average(2.6–3.4)
Weak(1.8–2.6)
Poor(1.0–1.8)
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