Daiichi Sankyo
Daiichi Sankyo is a global pharmaceutical company based in Tokyo, Japan, and ranks as the second-largest pharmaceutical company in the country by revenue. Established in 2005 through the merger of Sankyo Company, Limited and Daiichi Pharmaceutical Company, Limited, it has a rich history of over 100 years. The company operates in more than 20 countries, with significant subsidiaries in the United States and Europe. Daiichi Sankyo focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative pharmaceutical products, particularly in oncology and cardiovascular therapies. Its notable products include Prasugrel, an antiplatelet agent, Inavir, an anti-influenza virus agent, and Rezaltas, a cardiovascular medication. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs and improving patient outcomes through its diverse portfolio and global reach, serving healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies worldwide.
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Headcount trend
Daiichi Sankyo went from 602 employees in Jul 2023 to 992 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 108 people joined, 17 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 18 filings.
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Daiichi Sankyo FAQ
How many employees does Daiichi Sankyo have?
Daiichi Sankyo has about 992 employees, up 6% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does Daiichi Sankyo sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Daiichi Sankyo filed 18 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Daiichi Sankyo's revenue per employee?
Daiichi Sankyo makes about $12.53M in revenue per employee, based on $12.43B annual revenue and 992 employees.
How much does Daiichi Sankyo pay?
6figr has 12 salary profiles for Daiichi Sankyo in India and 1 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Daiichi Sankyo salaries page. See Daiichi Sankyo salaries in India
Is Daiichi Sankyo a public company?
Yes. Daiichi Sankyo is publicly traded under the ticker 4568.T on JPX.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.