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Pfizer Inc
Pfizer Inc. (PFE) is a New York-based multinational corporation engaged in the business of discovering, developing, producing and selling pharmaceuticals. It is one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies and ranked 64 on the 2020 Fortune 500 list.
Pfizer shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol PFE. The company is a constituent of the S&P 100 Index and S&P 500 Index (US500). Pfizer stock was also a constituent of the Dow Jones Industrial Average (US30) from 2004 to 2020. However, it was replaced by Amgen (AMGN) on August 31, 2020.
The company was founded in 1849 in New York by two cousins, Charles Pfizer and Charles F Erhart. Already by 1906, Pfizer’s sales totalled $3.4m (£2.6m, €2.9m). Originally a manufacturer of fine chemicals, the business moved into pharmaceuticals in the second half of the 20th century.
Acquisitions have been one of the key growth strategies for Pfizer. Some of the firm’s major purchases include Warner-Lambert in 2000, Pharmacia in 2003, Wyeth in 2009, King Pharmaceuticals in 2010, Innopharma in 2014, and Medivation and Anacor Pharmaceuticals in 2016. In December 2018, the company announced a joint merger of its consumer healthcare division with the British pharma giant GlaxoSmithKline. The transaction closed in August 2019.
Today, Pfizer is headquartered in New York City, and its research HQ is in Groton, Connecticut. The company has research and development staff across the world to support its product pipeline. As well as numerous locations across the US, the company also has sites in Europe, India, Japan, Australia and Latin America.
Trade Pfizer Inc (PFE) CFDs
Pfizer Inc (ticker: PFE) is a publicly traded company listed on a major stock exchange and available to trade as a contract for difference (CFD) on Capital.com. With CFDs, you can speculate on the price movements of Pfizer Inc without owning the underlying shares. This means you can trade in either direction – rising or falling – depending on your outlook.*
Traders often follow the Pfizer Inc stock price today to stay informed about short-term market movements.
*CFDs are traded on margin, leverage amplifies both profits and losses.
Pfizer Inc price today
The share is quoted in $ and is currently trading around 24.98. This reflects the current Pfizer Inc stock price available on the market.
Live price overview
Here’s an overview of the current Pfizer Inc stock price and its recent trading ranges.
- Daily range: 24.82 – 24.93
- Daily movement: +0.03 (+0.1208%)
- Weekly range: 24.64 – 25.59
- Monthly range: 24.64 – 26.64
- Yearly range: 20.68 – 27.63
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What influences the price of Pfizer Inc?
The Pfizer Inc (PFE) stock price may be influenced by a range of factors, including:
- Company earnings and financial performance
- Sector trends and industry developments
- Macroeconomic conditions, interest rates, and market sentiment
- Regulatory or geopolitical events affecting the company
- Broader stock-market volatility
These factors can increase price movement in either direction, which can create potential opportunities and potential risks for CFD traders.
Pfizer Inc stock forecasts
Pfizer Inc stock forecasts often draw on recent news, company updates, and broader market trends rather than fixed price targets. Traders may combine fundamentals with technical analysis to interpret this information. However, forecasts are often inaccurate and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Instead of relying on a single forecast, many traders monitor ongoing analysis and real-time data to respond to changing market conditions, including Pfizer Inc forecasts based on LSEG data.
How to trade Pfizer Inc share CFDs
Trading share CFDs does not involve purchasing or owning the underlying stock. Instead, you speculate on price direction using leveraged instruments:
- Go long (buy) if you expect the price of Pfizer Inc may rise
- Go short (sell) if you think the price may fall
CFDs allow magnified exposure through leverage, but leverage also magnifies losses, so it is important to manage risk carefully.
Risks of trading share CFDs
CFD trading carries a high level of risk and is not suitable for all investors. Key risks include:
- Market volatility: Prices can move quickly and unpredictably
- Leverage risk: Both profits and losses are amplified
- Funding costs: Overnight positions may incur adjustments
- No ownership: CFDs don’t provide shareholder rights or dividends
Before trading, consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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