Which pharmaceutical company, founded in 1876 by Colonel Eli Lilly, is headquartered in Indianapolis?

Eli Lilly and Company, a major pharmaceutical company by market capitalization, was founded in 1876 by Colonel Eli Lilly and is headquartered in Indianapolis.

Eli Lilly, a Union army veteran and pharmaceutical chemist, established the business in Indianapolis after becoming dissatisfied with the inconsistent quality of medicines in the nineteenth century. The company emphasized reliable formulations and scientific testing, helping distinguish it from many contemporary drug sellers.

The company became known for medicines including insulin, antibiotics, and treatments for diabetes, cancer, and immune disorders. Its research portfolio has helped make it one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical businesses by revenue and market value.

The company is commonly called Lilly, but its formal corporate name is Eli Lilly and Company. It is separate from the unrelated British retailer formerly known as Littlewoods and from Lilly Pulitzer, the fashion brand. Its headquarters remain in Indianapolis, where the company was founded.