Jazz Pharmaceuticals Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
Jazz Pharmaceuticals' CEO is Renee Gala, appointed in Oct 2023, has a tenure of 2.58 years. total yearly compensation is $19.15M, comprised of 5.2% salary and 94.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.076% of the company’s shares, worth $9.51M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 6.7 years and 10.1 years respectively.
Key information
Renee Gala
Chief executive officer
US$19.2m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 5.24% |
| CEO tenure | 2.6yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.08% |
| Management average tenure | 6.7yrs |
| Board average tenure | 10.1yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
JAZZ: HER2 GEA Data Will Support Future Oncology Leadership Thesis
Analysts have nudged the price target on Jazz Pharmaceuticals higher to about $226, reflecting updated views on margins, central nervous system revenue durability, and upcoming oncology contributions following recent Q4 results and refreshed models. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Jazz Pharmaceuticals has centered on refreshed models following Q4 results, updated revenue guidance, and the expected contribution from oncology assets alongside the core central nervous system portfolio.
JAZZ: CNS Cash Flows And Upcoming Oncology Launches Will Shape Execution Risks
Analysts have increased their average price target on Jazz Pharmaceuticals by $13 to $255, citing more supportive assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and a slightly lower future P/E following the recent Q4 results and updated guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Jazz Pharmaceuticals has largely centered on updated price targets and ratings following the company’s Q4 report and new guidance.JAZZ: CNS Cash Flows And HER2 Franchise Will Shape Oncology Execution Risks
Narrative Update on Jazz Pharmaceuticals Analysts have lifted price targets on Jazz Pharmaceuticals by roughly $10 to $45 into a $224 to $275 range, citing steady central nervous system demand, updated Ziihera and zanidatamab expectations following HERIZON-GEA data, and recent Q4 results that aligned with or modestly exceeded prior forecasts. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Jazz Pharmaceuticals has been broadly constructive, with several firms adjusting price targets higher after Q4 results and the HERIZON GEA data updates.JAZZ: HER2 Data And CNS Cash Flows Will Balance Oncology Execution Risks
The analyst price target for Jazz Pharmaceuticals has been adjusted slightly higher to reflect a $1 increase in fair value to $188, lower modeled revenue growth at 2.92%, a higher profit margin assumption at 21.90%, and a reduced future P/E of 13.95, as analysts point to a resilient central nervous system franchise, updated views on Ziihera and zanidatamab opportunities, and recent Q4 results and guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage points to generally constructive sentiment on Jazz Pharmaceuticals, with a cluster of higher price targets anchored to the company’s central nervous system portfolio and oncology pipeline, including Ziihera and zanidatamab.
JAZZ: Oncology Readouts And CNS Durability Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Our analyst fair value estimate for Jazz Pharmaceuticals has moved from $230.00 to about $263.59, as analysts factor in stronger margin expectations, a slightly higher discount rate, and ongoing Street enthusiasm around Ziihera and the broader oncology pipeline following recent Q4 updates and HERIZON-GEA data presentations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has leaned constructive on Jazz Pharmaceuticals, with multiple bullish analysts revisiting their models following Q4 results and the latest HERIZON-GEA data.Jazz Pharmaceuticals: Relief Rally On 2026 Oxybate Franchise's Outlook
Feb 26
Beyond the Patent Cliff: Unlocking the Cash Machine
Jazz Pharmaceuticals (JAZZ), headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, enters 2026 as a highly efficient cash generator that the broader market seems to continually misunderstand. Following a massive 41% earnings beat late last year, the company is proving that it is successfully navigating the transition away from its legacy reliance on the sleep disorder drug Xyrem.JAZZ: HER2 Practice-Changing GEA Data Will Drive Future Oncology Leadership
Narrative Update Overview The analyst price target for Jazz Pharmaceuticals has moved higher, with our fair value estimate rising from $213 to $219.40 as analysts factor in stronger Ziihera and zanidatamab potential, supported by recent HERIZON-GEA data and updated Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Jazz Pharmaceuticals has been largely constructive, with multiple firms updating their work after the detailed HERIZON-GEA-01 readout and related discussions around Ziihera and zanidatamab.JAZZ: Practice-Changing HER2 Data Will Drive Oncology Upside And Rebalance Legacy Risks
Analysts have raised their price targets on Jazz Pharmaceuticals by approximately $10 to $30 per share, citing what they describe as practice-changing HERIZON GEA data for Ziihera and a clearer oncology pipeline driver as key supports for the higher valuations. Analyst Commentary Across recent research notes, analysts have been revising their views on Jazz Pharmaceuticals primarily around the HERIZON GEA data for Ziihera and what it could mean for the oncology portfolio.JAZZ: Practice-Changing HER2 Data Will Rebalance Oncology Potential And Legacy Risks
Jazz Pharmaceuticals' updated analyst price target has edged down by US$1 to US$187 as analysts factor in slightly higher growth and margin assumptions, supported by recent HERIZON-GEA-01 data that they describe as practice changing for Ziihera and potentially supportive of new standard-of-care use across several HER2+ cancer settings. Analyst Commentary Across recent research, most firms are reacting to the HERIZON-GEA-01 data by lifting their Jazz Pharmaceuticals price targets and highlighting Ziihera and zanidatamab as key value drivers.JAZZ: Oncology Data Will Reshape Revenue Mix While Legacy Headwinds Persist
We are raising our Jazz Pharmaceuticals fair value estimate to $188 from $147 as analysts boost price targets following positive HERIZON-GEA-01 data for Ziihera, which they see as a potential new standard of care and a multibillion dollar revenue driver. Analyst Commentary Street research following the HERIZON-GEA-01 topline readout has turned broadly constructive on Jazz Pharmaceuticals, with multiple firms lifting price targets and reiterating positive ratings.JAZZ: HER2-Positive GEA Breakthrough Will Drive Future Oncology Leadership
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Jazz Pharmaceuticals higher to $213.00 from $208.50, reflecting stronger long term revenue growth expectations and a richer future P/E multiple, supported by increasingly bullish views on Ziihera's potential to become a new standard of care in HER2 positive GEA and a key oncology growth driver. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are largely focused on the upside from Ziihera's HERIZON-GEA-01 data, with multiple research shops lifting price targets and embedding higher long term oncology growth into their models.JAZZ: HER2-Positive GEA Success Will Drive Future Oncology Leadership And Upside
Our fair value estimate for Jazz Pharmaceuticals has nudged higher to $208.50 from $206.38, reflecting analysts' upward revisions to price targets as they factor in expectations of stronger long term revenue growth and profitability. This is driven by Ziihera's potential as a new standard of care in HER2 positive GEA and broader oncology indications.JAZZ: Recent Positive Trial Data Will Drive Future Leadership In HER2-Positive Oncology
Analysts have increased their price target for Jazz Pharmaceuticals from approximately $186 to $206 per share. They cite improved revenue growth projections and recent strong clinical data supporting the potential of Ziihera as a standard-of-care therapy in HER2-positive cancers.Improved Revenues Required Before Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ:JAZZ) Stock's 25% Jump Looks Justified
Nov 18
Emerging Therapies And Portfolio Expansion Will Shape Future Markets
Analysts have modestly raised their price targets for Jazz Pharmaceuticals, driven by growing confidence in Modeyso's commercial prospects and expanded market potential, partially offset by persistent challenges in other segments, resulting in a new consensus target of $186.47. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are increasingly positive on the commercial potential of Modeyso following its recent approval, citing higher-than-expected pricing, a dedicated launch strategy, and strong patient/prescriber interest.Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ:JAZZ) Second-Quarter Results Just Came Out: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
Aug 09Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc's (NASDAQ:JAZZ) Low P/E
Jul 21Here's Why Jazz Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:JAZZ) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Jul 03Earnings Miss: Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc Missed EPS And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
May 09Jazz Pharmaceuticals: Should Sing A Better Tune In 2025
Dec 23Jazz Pharmaceuticals: High Uncertainty, Low Risk
Nov 18CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | US$19m | US$1m | -US$356m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$368m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$405m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$482m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$7m | US$825k | US$560m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$463m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$395m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$331m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$5m | US$768k | US$415m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$80m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$87m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$156m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$5m | US$690k | -US$224m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$19m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$52m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$450m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$5m | US$617k | -US$330m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$161m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$40m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$518m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$4m | US$485k | US$239m |
Compensation vs Market: Renee's total compensation ($USD19.15M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD14.54M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Renee's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.
CEO
Renee Gala (53 yo)
2.6yrs
Tenure
US$19,151,558
Compensation
Ms. Renée D. Galá is an Independent Director of DexCom, Inc. from March 6, 2025. She serves as President at Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc since October 2023 and served as Chief Operating Officer at Jazz Pharmac...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Founder & Chairman | 23.3yrs | US$15.32m | 0.56% $ 70.2m | |
| President | 2.6yrs | US$19.15m | 0.076% $ 9.5m | |
| Executive VP & CFO | 2.2yrs | US$7.54m | 0.033% $ 4.2m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Legal Officer | 6.8yrs | US$6.30m | 0.033% $ 4.1m | |
| Executive VP | 7yrs | US$8.61m | 0.066% $ 8.2m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Commercial Officer | 6.2yrs | US$6.08m | 0.028% $ 3.4m | |
| Senior VP & Chief Accounting Officer | 6.8yrs | US$1.45m | 0% $ 0 | |
| Executive Director of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Executive VP & Chief People Officer | 7.5yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Sleep & CNS Medicine | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy | 6.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President & Chief Transformation Officer | less than a year | no data | no data |
6.7yrs
Average Tenure
54yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: JAZZ's management team is seasoned and experienced (6.7 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Founder & Chairman | 23.3yrs | US$15.32m | 0.56% $ 70.2m | |
| President | less than a year | US$19.15m | 0.076% $ 9.5m | |
| Independent Director | 14.3yrs | US$500.56k | 2.08% $ 259.0m | |
| Independent Director | 13yrs | US$518.06k | 0.023% $ 2.9m | |
| Independent Director | 16.8yrs | US$495.56k | 0.029% $ 3.6m | |
| Independent Director | 2.2yrs | US$503.06k | 0.0052% $ 647.7k | |
| Lead Independent Director | 16yrs | US$555.56k | 0.0088% $ 1.1m | |
| Independent Non-Executive Director | 5.4yrs | US$520.56k | 0.012% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 1.8yrs | US$480.56k | 0.0056% $ 695.1k | |
| Independent Director | 13yrs | US$528.06k | 0.028% $ 3.4m | |
| Independent Non-Executive Director | 5.4yrs | US$490.56k | 0.012% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 7.3yrs | US$495.56k | 0.021% $ 2.6m |
10.1yrs
Average Tenure
62.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: JAZZ's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 10.1 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 00:52 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc is covered by 47 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Joel Beatty | Baird |
| Brian Skorney | Baird |
| null null | Baird |