Core Viewpoint - Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (CLRB) has received a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) upgrade, indicating a positive trend in earnings estimates which is a significant factor influencing stock prices [1][3]. Earnings Estimates and Stock Price Movement - The Zacks rating system is based on changes in earnings estimates, which are strongly correlated with near-term stock price movements [4][6]. - Institutional investors often rely on earnings estimates to determine the fair value of stocks, leading to significant buying or selling activity that affects stock prices [4]. Company Performance and Outlook - The upgrade reflects an improvement in Cellectar Biosciences' underlying business, suggesting that investors may respond positively by driving the stock price higher [5]. - Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Cellectar Biosciences has increased by 26.1% [8]. Zacks Rating System - The Zacks Rank system classifies stocks into five groups based on earnings estimates, with a strong historical performance, particularly for Zacks Rank 1 stocks which have averaged a +25% annual return since 1988 [7]. - Cellectar Biosciences' upgrade to Zacks Rank 2 places it in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, indicating a strong potential for market-beating returns in the near term [10].

FLORHAM PARK, N.J., July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLRB) (the “Company”), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announced the closing of its previously announced underwritten public offering for gross proceeds of approximately $6.9 million prior to deducting underwriting commissions and offering expenses. The offering includes participation from healthcare dedicated funds an ...

Core Insights - Cellectar Biosciences has signed a multi-year supply agreement with Nusano for iodine-125 and actinium-225, essential for its clinical studies and future commercial needs [1][2] - This partnership is crucial for advancing Cellectar's targeted radiotherapy programs, including CLR-125 for triple-negative breast cancer and CLR-225 for pancreatic cancer [2][5] - Nusano's next-generation production facility in Utah will produce these isotopes, addressing supply chain challenges and enabling innovation in cancer treatment [2][3] Company Overview - Cellectar Biosciences is a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on developing proprietary drugs for cancer treatment, utilizing its Phospholipid Drug Conjugate™ (PDC) delivery platform [4] - The company's product pipeline includes iopofosine I-131, CLR 121225, and CLR 121125, targeting various solid tumors with significant unmet needs [5][6] - Cellectar has received multiple designations from the FDA for its products, including Breakthrough Therapy Designation and Orphan Drug Designation [6] Industry Context - Nusano aims to stabilize the supply of medical radioisotopes, which are critically undersupplied in the market, and to support innovation across multiple industries [3] - The partnership between Cellectar and Nusano highlights the growing importance of reliable access to high-quality radioisotopes for advancing cancer therapies [2][3]

Good Tolerability and Robust Tumor Uptake were Observed in TNBC Animal Models Auger Emitters Offer the Potential Benefit of Enhanced Cytotoxicity, Safety and Ease-of-Use FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLRB), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announced that the company has submitted a protocol with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a Phas ...

FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLRB), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announced a one-for-thirty reverse stock split (the “Reverse Stock Split”) of the company’s common stock, par value $0.00001, which will become effective at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The company’s common stock will continue to trade under its current tradi ...

In Patients Receiving a Minimum of 55 mCi an Average 5.4 Months of PFS was Observed: Twice the Reported 2.25 MedianFLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLRB), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announced initial results as of June 10, 2025, from the CLOVER-2 Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating iopofosine I 131 in relapsed/refractory pediatric high-grade glioma ...

FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLRB), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announced the entry into definitive agreements to raise $2.5 million from the sale of shares of the company’s common stock priced at-market for Nasdaq purposes. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about June 6, 2025, subject to satisfaction of customary closing ...

Designation Supported by CLOVER WaM Phase 2 Study DataWhich Reported an 83.6% Overall Response Rate (ORR) Seeking Guidance from EMA to Determine if CLOVER WaM Phase 2 Data Meets Criteria to Apply for Fast-Track, Conditional Marketing Authorization, Answer Expected Late July FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cellectar Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLRB), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for the treatment of cancer, today announ ...

Industry Overview - The Zacks Medical - Products industry is facing increased uncertainty due to the reimposition of tariffs on medical devices, particularly a rise from 10% to 30% on Chinese-made components, which may disrupt U.S. MedTech economics [1] - Companies in the industry are primarily focused on research and development, catering to vital therapeutic areas such as cardiovascular, nephrology, and urology devices, with increasing procedure volumes driving sales [4] - Supply-chain disruptions, inflationary pressures, and labor shortages are straining gross and operating margins, with these challenges expected to persist into 2025 [5] Major Trends - The adoption of AI, medical mechatronics, and robotics is transforming the industry, with innovations in minimally invasive surgeries and automated patient management [6] - 3D printing is reshaping the landscape by producing various medical products, highlighting a shift towards precision and improved clinical outcomes [7] - The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant rise in demand for diagnostic testing kits, with many rapid, point-of-care devices entering development [8] - Emerging markets are showing strong demand for medical products due to factors like aging populations and government investment in healthcare infrastructure [9] Industry Performance - The industry has outperformed its own sector, rising 10% over the past year, while the Zacks Medical sector declined by 15.6% [13] - The industry is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 20.3X, compared to the S&P 500's 19.9X and the sector's 19.4X [16] Company Highlights - **Insulet (PODD)**: Focused on diabetes management with the Omnipod Insulin Management System, experiencing an 18.1% revenue growth forecast for 2025 and a 32.1% growth in earnings [25] - **MacroGenics (MGNX)**: Reported a revenue increase to $150 million in 2024 from $58.7 million in 2023, driven by collaboration revenues and milestone payments [29] - **Cellectar Biosciences (CLRB)**: Developing cancer detection and treatment agents, with a lead asset showing a 98.2% clinical benefit rate in trials [36] - **Allurion Technologies (ALUR)**: Focused on obesity treatment with a weight loss platform, but faced a 32% revenue decline year-over-year in Q4 2024 due to operational challenges [42]

Cellectar Biosciences (CLRB) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 13, 2025 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Anne Marie Fields - Managing DirectorJames Caruso - President, CEO & DirectorChad Kolean - CFOJarrod Longcor - Chief Operating OfficerAydin Huseynov - Managing Director, Equity Research Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Following the presentation, there will be a question and answer session. Please be advised that toda ...