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PRTA Dives 53.5% YTD: Will the Restructuring Effort Boost Prospects?

Prothena slashes 63% of its workforce and axes birtamimab after trial failure, reshaping its pipeline and financial outlook. Shares plunge 53.5% YTD.

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Ahan Chakraborty

Will Novo Nordisk's Rare Disease Bets Reduce GLP-1 Reliance?

NVO is expanding into rare blood disorders like hemophilia to ease reliance on GLP-1 drugs Ozempic and Wegovy.

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Sraddha Singha

Will Semiconductor and Biotech Drive EMCOR's Bookings?

EMCOR hits record RPOs as CHIPS and IRA acts drive long-term demand across semiconductor and biotech markets.

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AZN's Imfinzi Wins EU Nod for Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer

AstraZeneca secures EU approval for Imfinzi in muscle-invasive bladder cancer, expanding its cancer treatment portfolio.

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Sundeep Ganoria

Here's Why Harmony Biosciences Is an Unconventional Cannabis Investment

HRMY isn't your typical cannabis play - its synthetic CBD gel targets rare brain disorders with no approved therapies.

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Novartis' Cosentyx Misses Primary Goal in Arteritis Phase III Study

NVS' Cosentyx fails to meet its primary goal in a phase III study for giant cell arteritis, despite favorable safety data.

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Will The Decline in Legacy Drugs Pull Down BMY's Top Line?

Bristol Myers' legacy drug sales plunged 20% amid generic erosion and Medicare changes, spotlighting its shift to a newer growth portfolio.

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FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Regeneron's Blood Cancer Drug

REGN scores FDA approval for Lynozyfic in tough-to-treat multiple myeloma, bolstering its oncology pipeline amid Eylea headwinds.

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MRNA Stock Jumps on CDC's Revised RSV Vaccine Recommendations

Moderna rises as CDC expands RSV vaccine guidance to include high-risk adults aged 50-59, boosting mResvia's reach.

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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Exelixis, Verona Pharma, Alkermes, Kiniska Pharmaceuticals and Immunocore

EXEL, VRNA, ALKS, KNSA, and IMCR are gaining ground as biotech M&A heats up and innovation offsets macro uncertainty.

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Sundeep Ganoria

Here's How Lilly's Non-Obesity Drugs are Contributing to Sales Growth

LLY's non-obesity drugs like Verzenio and Taltz are fueling sales growth as investor focus stays on GLP-1 blockbusters.

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Apellis Stock Rises on $300M Royalty Deal With Sobi for Aspaveli

APLS stock jumps after inking a $300M royalty deal with Sobi for Aspaveli, bolstering its cash position and pipeline prospects.

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Ahan Chakraborty

Can RXRX's AI-Based Approach Revolutionize the Drug Discovery Process?

Recursion Pharmaceuticals is transforming drug discovery with AI-driven RecursionOS, slashing costs and boosting development speed.

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Ekta Bagri

5 Biotech Stocks to Buy in 2025 Amid Uncertain Macroenvironment

New drug approvals and encouraging pipeline progress should maintain momentum in the Zacks Biomedical and Genetics industry despite the uncertain macroeconomic environment. A strong portfolio and solid pipeline progress position EXEL, VRNA, ALKS, KNSA and IMCR well in this volatile sector.

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Sundeep Ganoria

Will AbbVie's Acquisition Spree Aid Pipeline Growth?

ABBV's $2.1 billion Capstan deal and 20+ recent acquisitions sharpen its pipeline edge across immunology and beyond.

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Vertex Gets EU Nod for New Cystic Fibrosis Drug Alyftrek

VRTX secures EU approval for Alyftrek, a next-in-class triple combination regimen for treating people with CF aged six years and older.

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RCKT's IND for RP-A701 in Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gets FDA Clearance

FDA clears Rocket Pharmaceuticals' IND for RP-A701, advancing its gene therapy for BAG3-linked dilated cardiomyopathy.

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Biogen Begins Phase III Felzartamab Study for Third Kidney Disease

BIIB begins phase III dosing of felzartamab primary membranous nephropathy study, targeting a tough-to-treat condition with no approved therapies.

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Incyte Gains 9.2% in Three Months: Buy, Hold or Sell the Stock?

INCY stock climbs 9.2% in three months as FDA approvals and a new diagnostic deal fuel pipeline momentum.

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Moderna Stock Gains on Encouraging Flu Vaccine Data

MRNA's mRNA-1010 flu vaccine outperforms GSK's shot by 26.6% in a large phase III trial of adults 50 and older.

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RARE's GTX-102 Gets FDA's Breakthrough Status for Angelman Syndrome

Ultragenyx Pharmaceuticals' GTX-102 earns FDA Breakthrough status after early data shows sustained progress in Angelman syndrome patients.

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Vor Bio Stock Skyrockets 250% in the Past Week: Here's Why

The VOR stock soars in the past week after a licensing deal with RemeGen. The company also appoints a chief executive officer and chairman.

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Ekta Bagri

BMY Loses 16.3% YTD: Should You Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?

BMY loses 16.3% YTD as pipeline setbacks and generic pressure offset gains from new drug approvals and sales.

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Ahan Chakraborty

NVO vs. LLY: Which Obesity Powerhouse is the Stronger Bet Now?

Eli Lilly edges ahead of Novo Nordisk as the stronger obesity bet, backed by robust sales growth, pipeline depth and strategic momentum.

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Implied Volatility Surging for ADMA Biologics Stock Options

Investors need to pay close attention to ADMA stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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