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incyte 2012 AnnuAl RepoRt  
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“you must be an advocate for 
yourself or your loved one. 
you have to learn as much 
as you can and be willing  
to investigate and take an  
active role in managing 
your disease.” 
Finding Support page 7

Bonnie, a patient advocate who leads  
a support group for patients with  
myeloproliferative neoplasms, and  
her husband, Joe

Treating Myelofibrosis

Building a Community

Changing the Focus

Investing in the Future

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To Our Stockholders: 

A decade ago, a core team of experienced scientists joined  
me with the vision to build a leading drug discovery,  
development and commercial company capable of  
making a compelling difference in patients’ lives. With  
this strong scientific team, we transformed the concept  
of JAk inhibition into a drug which, in just six years, became  
our first FdA-approved product in late 2011 – leading to  
incyte’s evolution into a commercial company in 2012.

The Year of Jakafi® 

the FdA approval of Jakafi® (ruxolitinib) was a significant  
milestone for patients with intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis 
(MF), their families and their physicians, as well as for incyte.  
As the first JAk inhibitor approved for any indication, Jakafi  
attests to our leadership position in this important class of drugs.
in 2012 — our first year on the market with Jakafi —we built a 
strong foundation for sustained long-term growth.  

2013 Key BuSIneSS GoalS

>   Solidify the role of Jakafi® (ruxolitinib) as the  

standard-of-care treatment for intermediate or    
high-risk myelofibrosis by improving persistency  
and driving new patient starts

>  Complete the Phase III clinical trials of  
ruxolitinib in polycythemia vera and  
prepare to file for regulatory approval in 2014

>  Report Phase II trial results of ruxolitinib in  

pancreatic cancer and determine next steps  
in development

>  Continue to invest in the ongoing development  
of baricitinib for rheumatoid arthritis and  
potentially other inflammatory conditions,  
in partnership with Lilly

>  Complete proof-of-concept studies of JAK1  
inhibitor INCB39110 in myelofibrosis,  
rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis  
to determine appropriate future  
development programs

>  Evaluate the potential of IDO inhibitor    
INCB24360 in metastatic melanoma    
and ovarian cancer

>  Expand the depth and breadth of the R&D  

pipeline through focused discovery efforts in the  
areas of oncology and inflammatory diseases

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Investing in the Future

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physicians have gained more experience with the medicine, and 
we are seeing an increasing number prescribe Jakafi for more than 
one patient. At the same time, important data have been published 
in medical journals and presented at major scientific meetings 
highlighting the significant benefits received by patients taking 
Jakafi. Additionally, our collaboration partner novartis has  
commercial rights to Jakafi outside the united states and received 
product approval from the european commission, which will  
lead to tiered royalties for incyte ranging from the upper teens  
to the mid-twenties.

By partnering with and sup-
porting the Mpn coalition, 
we initiated the first Myelo-
fibrosis Awareness day in 
september 2012, which in-
cluded webinars, symposia, 
continuing medical education 
programs, and publications 
for patients, health care  
professionals and caregivers. 
Additionally, the Mpn  
coalition launched a  

Paul A. Friedman, M.D. 
President and Chief Executive Officer

website, www.myelofibrosisawareness.org, to provide a centralized 
source of information about MF. 

We’re dedicating the following pages to patients with MF and the 
people making a difference in their lives. i hope you read their 
stories to understand more about this debilitating disease, to learn 
how Jakafi is offering patients hope, and to see how the entire 
incyte team is dedicated to helping build a community of support 
and knowledge so that, together, we can make a difference.  

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A Robust Pipeline

As proud as we are of what we have accomplished with Jakafi, 
incyte is about more than one product. thanks to our extensive 
R&d efforts, we have a robust pipeline that includes additional 
potential indications for Jakafi, such as polycythemia vera and 
pancreatic cancer. 

our second JAk1 and JAk2 inhibitor, baricitinib, is licensed 
to eli lilly and company and is currently in phase iii trials in 
patients with rheumatoid arthritis. in exchange for our funding 
30 percent of the associated development costs in rheumatoid 
arthritis, we would receive tiered royalties ranging up to the high 
twenties on potential future worldwide sales once the product is 
approved. Additionally, like Jakafi in oncology, the prospects  
for baricitinib in other inflammatory diseases are substantial,  
including psoriasis and diabetic nephropathy.  

our knowledge of, and commitment to, the JAk inhibitor space 
extends well beyond Jakafi and baricitinib. We look forward  
to advancing our earlier stage selective inhibitors of the JAk1  
enzyme, such as incB39110, with which we are currently  
conducting proof-of-concept studies in a range of conditions. 
these efforts will continue to solidify our industry-leading position 
in the discovery, development and commercialization of the JAk 
inhibitor class of drugs.  

in addition to our JAk programs, we have other compounds in 
early stage clinical development, including our inhibitor of the 
c-Met kinase, licensed to novartis, for solid tumors, and our  
proprietary highly novel indoleamine dioxygenase (ido) inhibitor  
for melanoma and ovarian cancer.  

in closing, i want to thank our employees for their relentless  
focus on achieving our vision. the incyte team has demonstrated it 
truly has the drive to discover and the experience to deliver.  
We are making a difference in the lives of patients with MF, and 
we expect our continued efforts in R&d to help deliver benefits to 
an even greater spectrum of patients with other complex conditions 
and continue to build significant, sustainable shareholder value. 

sincerely, 

paul A. Friedman, M.d. 
President and Chief Executive Officer
April 2013

DISCoVeRy/ 
PReClInCal

PHaSe I 

PHaSe II  

PHaSe III 

aPPRoVeD

Product Pipeline

DISEASE — COMPOUND — TARGET

OncOlOgy

Myelofibrosis — Jakafi® ruxolitinib[a,b] — JAK1 and JAK2

Polycythemia vera — ruxolitinib[a,b] — JAK1 and JAK2

Essential thrombocythemia — ruxolitinib[a,b] — JAK1 and JAK2

Pancreatic Cancer — ruxolitinib[a,b] — JAK1 and JAK2

Solid/hematologic tumors[c] — ruxolitinib[a,b] — JAK1 and JAK2

Solid tumors — INCB28060[d] — c-MET

Metastatic melanoma — INCB24360 — IDO

Ovarian cancer — INCB24360 — IDO

Myelofibrosis — INCB39110 — JAK1

Other Programs

InflammatIOn

Rheumatoid arthritis — baricitinib[e,f] — JAK1 and JAK2

Psoriasis — baricitinib[e,f] — JAK1 and JAK2

Diabetic Nephropathy — baricitinib[e,f] — JAK1 and JAK2

Rheumatoid Arthritis — INCB39110 — JAK1

Psoriasis — INCB39110 — JAK1

Other programs

a. Formerly INCB18424   b. Incyte: U.S. rights; Novartis: ex U.S. rights   c. Investigator-sponsored trials  d. Novartis worldwide rights   e. Formerly LY3009104 (INCB28050)   f. Lilly: worldwide rights

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Dan, a patient with myelofibrosis who  
has participated in a clinical trial for 
Jakafi® (ruxolitinib) since March 2010

“Jakafi brought me hope. since 
i’ve been taking Jakafi, my life is 
more like it used to be. i am now 
able to see a future in front of me 
that i couldn’t before.”  

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Treating Myelofibrosis

Myelofibrosis (MF) is a 
life-threatening blood cancer 
characterized by bone marrow
failure, enlarged spleen 
(splenomegaly) and debilitat-
ing symptoms. MF is typically 
diagnosed in people
between 50 to 80 years of 
age, but can occur at any age. 
It is a progressive disease 
that worsens over time. The 
average survival of people 
with primary MF is about five 

years, but life expectancy 
varies by individual. 
By developing the first 
FDA-approved treatment for 
intermediate or high-risk 
myelofibrosis, Incyte expects 
to make a meaningful
difference in the lives of pa-
tients affected by the disease 
and anticipates improving 
their outcome over time.
For more information 
about myelofibrosis, visit 
www.jakafi.com/consumer. 

 
“Myelofibrosis is a disease that impacts  
everyone differently. since this type of  
cancer is very rare, it is important for us to  
collaborate with other groups and provide  
educational resources that could help demystify 
this disease and help patients establish a  
meaningful dialogue with their health care team.”

Building a Community

Incyte supports the multiple advoca-
cy organizations that form the MPN 
Coalition, including CancerCare,  
Cancer Support Community, Leuke-
mia & Lymphoma Society, MPN  
Advocacy & Education International, 
MPN Education Foundation, MPN 
Research Foundation, and National 
Organization for Rare Diseases. 
These organizations came together to 
provide a forum for discussion of and 
action on needs and challenges faced 

by those living with and affected by  
myeloproliferative neoplasms 
(MPNs), including myelofibrosis.  

In September 2012, Incyte and 
the MPN Coalition launched the first 
MPN Awareness Day, an annual event 
to focus on the need for increased 
awareness and education for physi-
cians, patients and caregivers about 
myelofibrosis and other MPNs.

For more information, visit www.

myelofibrosisawareness.org.

Dan
MF Patient

Kim Thiboldeaux, President and CEO of the 
Cancer Support Community, a founding 
member of the MPN Coalition

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“the long-term data for Jakafi continue to 
demonstrate tangible benefits for patients  
with intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis, 
including a potential improvement in overall 
survival. And the medicine looks promising to 
treat other oncologic conditions in the future.”

Changing the Focus

Historically, when managing 
patients with myelofibrosis,  
physicians had limited options. 
The development and introduc-
tion of Jakafi® (ruxolitinib), the 
first medicine to be approved  
by the FDA for the treatment  
of intermediate or high-risk 
myelofibrosis, offered a 
new focus and hope for  
physicians and their patients.

The novel use of patient-reported 
outcomes (PROs) in the Phase III 
COMFORT-I trial allowed Incyte  
to include improvement of symp-
toms in the FDA-approved label, 
in addtion to the reduction in 
spleen volume seen in Jakafi-treat-
ed patients, and this information 
has brought a greater apprecia-
tion of the symptomatic burden 
experienced by these patients.

Srdan Verstovsek, MD, PhD, Professor, 
Department of Leukemia, Division of Cancer 
Medicine,The University of Texas MD 
Anderson Cancer Center in Houston

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Joe, a patient with myelofibrosis who has  
participated in a clinical trial for Jakafi®  
(ruxolitinib) since September 2008

“When i was diagnosed with myelofibrosis, there 
were only two resources available for patients  
—the Mpn Research Foundation and the Mpn 
education Foundation. it’s good to see more 
patient groups committed to helping Mpn 
patients and their families.”

Finding Support

Incyte learned about unmet 
needs from respected patient 
groups. Our collaboration re-
sulted in expanded programs 
to help both patients and 
their loved ones. Patients   
can learn ways to cope  
with myelofibrosis, improve 
communication with their 
health care team, find reliable

information, and help manage 
financial difficulties.

For more information, visit 

the following websites:

www.myelofibrosisawareness.
org/find-support

www.incyte.com/jakafi/ 
incytecares

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Bob Niblack, patient advocate whose 
wife, Joyce, co-founded the MPN 
Education Foundation in 2004

“do your homework. put yourself 
into competent medical care.  
take control of your disease.  
And, most of all, don’t lose hope.”

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Investing in the Future

Patient-led organizations, 
such as the MPN Research 
Foundation and the MPN 
Education Foundation,
were established, in part, to 
encourage and support re-
search into new treatments 
for myeloproliferative
neoplasms (MPNs). 

The MPN Research 
Foundation has awarded 
more than $8 million for 

MPN research since  
1999, and the MPN  
Education  Foundation  
has established an  
online support group of 
approximately 3,000  
members, who are a re-
source for MPN researchers. 
Both organizations are also
committed to providing 
education and support  
to patients.

For more information 
about the MPN Research 
Foundation, visit www.
mpnresearchfoundation.org
For more information 
about the MPN Education 
Foundation and Joyce 
Niblack’s story, visit  
www.mpdinfo.org/ 
joycesstory.php 

 
 
 
 
BoaRD oF DIReCToRS

Richard u. De Schutter
Chairman of the Board
Formerly Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer
DuPont Pharmaceuticals
Company

Paul a. Friedman, M.D.
President and
Chief Executive Officer
Incyte Corporation

Barry M. ariko
Formerly President, Chief
Executive Officer and Chairman 
Mirapoint Inc.

Julian C. Baker
Managing Partner
Baker Brothers Investments

Paul a. Brooke
Founder and Managing Director  
venBio LLC

Wendy l. Dixon, Ph.D.
Formerly Chief Marketing
Officer and President,
Global Marketing
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company 

FoRWaRD-looKInG STaTeMenTS

Roy a. Whitfield
Formerly Chairman of the Board
and Chief Executive Officer
Incyte Corporation

exeCuTIVe ManaGeMenT

Paul a. Friedman, M.D.
President and
Chief Executive Officer

James M. Daly
Executive Vice President
and Chief Commercial Officer

David C. Hastings
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer

Reid M. Huber, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President, 
Discovery Biology

Richard S. levy, M.D. 
Executive Vice President and
Chief Drug Development and
Medical Officer

eric H. Siegel
Executive Vice President and
General Counsel

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Discovery Chemistry 

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annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting of
Stockholders will be held
May 30, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.,
Eastern Daylight Time, at the
Hotel du Pont, 11th and
Market Streets, Wilmington,
Delaware 19801

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Market Information
Incyte Common Stock
trades on The Nasdaq
Global Select Market  
under the symbol INCY.

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Except for the historical information set forth herein, the matters set forth in this annual report, including statements regarding our plans and expectations with respect to Jakafi® (ruxolitinib) including its 
potential efficacy and therapeutic and commercial value, anticipated future accomplishments in drug discovery, development and product commercialization, plans and expected timelines regarding our 
pipeline and advancing our drug candidates through clinical trials and regulatory submissions, potential therapeutic and commercial value, including attributes and indications, of our drug candidates, and 
our business goals for 2013 contain predictions, estimates and other forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including unanticipated developments in and risks related to the efficacy or safety of 
Jakafi, the acceptance of Jakafi in the marketplace, risks related to market competition, the results of further research and development, the high degree of risk and uncertainty associated with drug develop-
ment, clinical trials and the regulatory approval processes, risks related to the timing of and patient enrollment in clinical trials, the risk that results of clinical trials may be unsuccessful or insufficient to meet 
applicable regulatory standards, unanticipated developments in and risks related to the efficacy or safety of our compounds in clinical trials, risks associated with our dependence on our relationships with 
our collaboration partners, and other risks detailed from time to time in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012.  
Incyte disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Jakafi is a registered trademark of Incyte Corporation.     

                               © 2013, Incyte Corporation. All rights reserved.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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