Stories
Pfizer is highly secretive about releasing details of its vast Irish operation. However, an investigation of over 200 corporate filings made by 80 Pfizer companies in Ireland, Europe and the US reveals $100bn worth of industrial and financial assets located here.
As Pfizer and its partner BioNTech lead the race to vaccinate the world against Covid-19, the 5.5 million doses allocated to Ireland alone are big business. At a reported €15 each, those jabs are worth over €80 million. Yet this sum will be a drop in the ocean of Pfizer’s Irish presence, where the main accounting unit is the billion-dollar. The US-based multinational is not only the largest pharmaceutical company in the world. With up to $100 billion worth of industrial and financial assets located here, it is simply one of the largest businesses operating in Ireland. The Currency arrived…
Don’t miss out on what is going on with our daily unique stories from our team of skilled journalists and insightful commentators. Members of The Currency get full access to over 1,500 exclusive interviews, investigations, and analysis, plus over 75 podcasts. Annual membership is just €200 for the first year, a saving of €100. Or try The Currency for the first month for just €5, a saving of €20. Cancel at any time. To become a member today click here.
Join The Currency
Special offer: Full annual membership for just €200.
