NewAmsterdam Announces Acceptance of Marketing Authorization Applications for Review by European Medicine Agency for Obicetrapib

Core Viewpoint - NewAmsterdam Pharma has submitted Marketing Authorization Applications (MAAs) for obicetrapib monotherapy and its fixed-dose combination with ezetimibe to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for treating primary hypercholesterolemia and mixed dyslipidemia, marking a significant step in providing new LDL-C lowering therapies for patients at risk of cardiovascular disease [1][2][3] Company Overview - NewAmsterdam Pharma is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing oral, non-statin medicines for patients with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) who are at risk of cardiovascular disease [1][6] - The company aims to address unmet needs in LDL-lowering therapies that are safe, well-tolerated, and convenient for patients [6] Product Development - Obicetrapib is a novel, oral, low-dose cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) inhibitor, which has shown statistically significant LDL-C reductions in multiple Phase 3 trials, including BROADWAY, BROOKLYN, and TANDEM [2][5] - The BROADWAY trial reported a 33% reduction in LDL-C compared to placebo, while the TANDEM trial achieved a 49% reduction, demonstrating the efficacy of obicetrapib both as a monotherapy and in combination with ezetimibe [7] Partnership and Financials - NewAmsterdam has an exclusive licensing agreement with Menarini for the commercialization of obicetrapib in Europe, which includes an upfront payment of €115 million and potential milestone payments totaling up to €863 million [3][4] - The company is entitled to tiered double-digit percentage royalties on net sales in the Menarini territory, ranging from low double-digits to mid-twenties [1][3] Market Context - Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death globally, with an estimated 17.9 million deaths annually, highlighting the need for effective LDL-lowering therapies [3] - Despite the availability of lipid-lowering therapies, many patients do not achieve their LDL-C targets, indicating a significant market opportunity for new treatments like obicetrapib [3][6]