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Krystal Biotech to Present at 8th Annual Evercore Healthcare Conference
Globenewswire· 2025-11-26 13:00
Core Insights - Krystal Biotech, Inc. will participate in the 8th Annual Evercore Healthcare Conference on December 3, 2025, in Miami, with CEO Krish S. Krishnan scheduled for a fireside chat at 10:00 am ET [1] - A webcast of the presentation will be available on the Company's website starting at the same time [2] Company Overview - Krystal Biotech, Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on genetic medicines for diseases with high unmet medical needs, with its first product, VYJUVEK®, being the first-ever redosable gene therapy approved in the US, Europe, and Japan for dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa [3] - The Company is advancing a pipeline of investigational genetic medicines across various fields including respiratory, oncology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and aesthetics [3]
Korro Bio Early Trial Results Fall Short; Stock Hits New Low
Benzinga· 2025-11-13 19:26
Core Insights - Korro Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ:KRRO) is experiencing a significant decline in stock price, down 80% to $6.27, with a trading volume of 6.68 million shares compared to the average of 1.42 million shares [1][8] - The company provided an update on its Phase 1/2a REWRITE clinical trial for KRRO-110, which targets alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) [1][2] - KRRO-110 successfully generated functional M-AAT protein in AATD patients, but the protein levels achieved were below preclinical projections [2][3] Clinical Trial Results - In a study involving five AATD patients, the peak total AAT protein reached approximately 10 µM, with a maximum increase from baseline of about 3 µM [3] - The total AAT protein levels did not meet the protective threshold of 11 µM, although no serious adverse events were reported [3] Strategic Restructuring - The company is implementing a strategic restructuring that includes a workforce reduction of approximately 34% to focus on generating clinical data and advancing liver-targeted programs [4][6] - This restructuring is expected to extend the company's cash runway into the second half of 2027, with cash and marketable securities reported at $102.5 million [6] Future Development Plans - Korro has nominated KRRO-121 as the next development candidate for hyperammonemia, with regulatory filing anticipated in the second half of 2026 [5] - The company amended its collaboration agreement with Novo Nordisk, establishing a 12-month pause to reassess the current research program [5] Analyst Commentary - William Blair downgraded Korro shares from Outperform to Market Perform, citing concerns over the non-competitive clinical profile of KRRO-110 despite the validation of ADAR-mediated editing [7] - The analyst expressed continued interest in Korro's expansion into urea cycle disorders with KRRO-121 but noted the company's shift back to a preclinical stage [7]
Passage Bio Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Recent Business Highlights
Globenewswire· 2025-11-10 21:15
Core Insights - Passage Bio, Inc. is actively enrolling patients in Cohort 3 (FTD-GRN) and Cohort 4 (FTD-C9orf72) for the ongoing upliFT-D clinical trial of PBFT02, recognizing the urgent need for disease-modifying therapies for frontotemporal dementia (FTD) [1][2] - The company has aligned with the FDA on an analytical approach to establish comparability of a high-productivity, suspension-based manufacturing process for PBFT02, which is expected to yield over 1,000 doses per batch with over 90% purity [5][2] - Passage Bio is on track to obtain regulatory feedback on the registrational trial design for FTD-GRN in the first half of 2026, with plans to report updated interim safety and biomarker data from Dose 2 during the same period [5][4] Recent Highlights - The upliFT-D trial is a Phase 1/2 global, multi-center, open-label clinical trial aimed at evaluating the safety and tolerability of PBFT02, with secondary endpoints including disease biomarkers and clinical outcome measures [6] - The trial protocol has been amended to allow for the enrollment of patients who are prodromal or have mild cognitive impairment, while excluding those with more severe progression [5] Financial Overview - As of September 30, 2025, the company reported cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaling $52.8 million, down from $84.8 million a year prior, with an expected cash runway into the first quarter of 2027 [11] - Research and Development (R&D) expenses for the third quarter of 2025 were $4.3 million, a decrease from $8.7 million in the same quarter of 2024 [11] - General and Administrative (G&A) expenses also decreased to $4.3 million from $7.3 million year-over-year [11] - The net loss for the third quarter of 2025 was $7.7 million, or $2.44 per share, compared to a net loss of $19.3 million, or $6.15 per share, for the same period in 2024 [11][16]
Passage Bio to Present at Guggenheim Securities 2nd Annual Healthcare Innovation Conference
Globenewswire· 2025-11-05 12:00
Core Viewpoint - Passage Bio, Inc. is actively engaged in the development of genetic medicines aimed at treating neurodegenerative diseases, with a focus on innovative one-time therapies [3]. Company Overview - Passage Bio is a clinical stage genetic medicines company dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases [3]. - The company's lead product candidate, PBFT02, targets conditions such as frontotemporal dementia by increasing progranulin levels to restore lysosomal function and slow disease progression [3]. Upcoming Events - Will Chou, M.D., the president and CEO of Passage Bio, will participate in a fireside chat at the Guggenheim Securities 2 Annual Healthcare Innovation Conference on November 12, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. ET in Boston, MA [1]. - A live webcast of the event will be accessible on the Investors & News section of Passage Bio's website, with a replay available for 90 days post-event [2].
Krystal(KRYS) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-11-03 13:30
VYJUVEK Launch and Revenue - Since launch, VYJUVEK has generated over $623 million in net revenue[10] - Q3 2025 VYJUVEK product revenue reached $97.8 million, compared to $83.8 million in Q3 2024[35] - The company has secured over 615 reimbursement approvals for VYJUVEK in the U S[14] European and Japanese Expansion - VYJUVEK launched in Germany in late August, with over 10 prescribing centers and prescriptions for an estimated 20 DEB patients[15] - VYJUVEK launched in Japan in October, targeting over 500 estimated DEB patients[17, 18] - The company is building a specialty distributor partner network to reach thousands of potential DEB patients in rest-of-world markets[20] Pipeline Development - The FDA granted Platform Technology Designation for KB801, potentially accelerating its path to market[21] - The company expects to report molecular data from the KB407 Phase 1 trial for Cystic Fibrosis by year-end[28] - KB111 is entering clinical trials for the treatment of Hailey-Hailey disease, targeting an estimated 10,000-15,000 patients in the U S and Europe[34] Financial Performance - The company's cash and investments totaled $864.2 million as of September 30, 2025[35] - Net income for Q3 2025 was $79.4 million, compared to $27.2 million in Q3 2024[35] - Non-GAAP R&D and SG&A expense guidance for full year 2025 is updated to $145 million to $155 million[36]
Krystal Biotech Announces Third Quarter 2025 Financial and Operating Results
Globenewswire· 2025-11-03 12:00
Financial Performance - The company reported $97.8 million in net product revenue for VYJUVEK in Q3 2025, an increase from $83.8 million in Q3 2024, reflecting a growth of approximately 16.7% year-over-year [3][23][37] - Gross margin for the quarter was 96%, indicating strong profitability from product sales [3] - Net income for Q3 2025 was $79.4 million, or $2.74 per common share (basic), compared to $27.2 million, or $0.95 per common share (basic) in Q3 2024, representing a significant increase [23][36] Product Development and Market Expansion - VYJUVEK was launched in Germany in Q3 2025, with approximately 20 patients prescribed the therapy across over 10 centers [3] - The product was also launched in France and Japan in Q4 2025, following successful pricing negotiations [3][4] - The FDA approved a label update for VYJUVEK, expanding the eligible patient population to include DEB patients from birth and allowing for home application by patients or caregivers [3][24] Pipeline and Future Prospects - The company is advancing its pipeline with multiple near-term readouts, including interim results for cystic fibrosis expected in Q4 2025 [2][6] - The company is preparing regulatory filings for the UK and Switzerland and is initiating pricing discussions in other key Western European markets [3][4] - The company continues to enroll in clinical trials for KB407 and KB408, with interim data readouts expected in late 2025 and early 2026 [6][11] Financial Guidance - The company provided guidance for FY 2025, estimating non-GAAP combined R&D and SG&A expenses to be between $145 million and $155 million [20]
4DMT to Participate in Chardan's 9th Annual Genetic Medicines Conference
Globenewswire· 2025-10-14 12:00
Company Overview - 4D Molecular Therapeutics (4DMT) is a late-stage biotechnology company focused on developing durable and disease-targeted therapeutics that aim to transform treatment paradigms and provide significant benefits to patients [3] - The lead product candidate, 4D-150, is designed for the treatment of blinding retinal vascular diseases, offering multi-year sustained delivery of anti-VEGF through a single intravitreal injection, thereby reducing treatment burden [3] - 4D-150 is currently in Phase 3 development for wet age-related macular degeneration and is also being studied for diabetic macular edema [3] - The second product candidate, 4D-710, is the first genetic medicine to successfully deliver and express the CFTR transgene in the lungs of cystic fibrosis patients via aerosol delivery [3] Upcoming Events - Management will participate in panel discussions at Chardan's 9th Annual Genetic Medicines Conference on October 21, 2025 [1] - Two panels will be featured: "In Vivo Gene Therapy: Breaking into Competitive Ophthalmic Indications" at 9:30 a.m. ET and "In Vivo Gene Therapies in the Lung: Treating CF and Beyond" at 2:00 p.m. ET [2] - Archived webcasts of the panels will be available for up to one year on the 4DMT website [2]
Passage Bio to Participate in Chardan’s 9th Annual Genetic Medicines Conference
Globenewswire· 2025-10-14 11:00
Core Insights - Passage Bio, Inc. is a clinical stage genetic medicines company focused on neurodegenerative diseases [3] - The company will participate in the Chardan 9th Annual Genetic Medicines Conference on October 21, 2025 [1] - The lead product candidate, PBFT02, aims to treat frontotemporal dementia by elevating progranulin levels [3] Company Overview - Passage Bio is dedicated to developing one-time therapies targeting the underlying pathology of neurodegenerative conditions [3] - The company emphasizes its commitment to improving the lives of patients and families affected by these diseases [4] Event Details - Will Chou, M.D., the CEO, will be part of a panel discussion at the conference [1] - A live webcast of the event will be available on the company's website, with a replay accessible for 90 days [2]
Tenaya Therapeutics to Participate in H.C. Wainwright Genetic Medicines Virtual Conference
Globenewswire· 2025-10-09 20:05
Core Insights - Tenaya Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing potentially curative therapies for heart disease [1][3] - The CEO, Faraz Ali, will participate in a fireside chat at the H.C. Wainwright Genetic Medicines Virtual Conference on October 14, 2025, with virtual 1x1 meetings scheduled for October 15, 2025 [1][2] Company Overview - Tenaya Therapeutics is dedicated to discovering and delivering therapies that target the underlying causes of heart disease [3] - The company's pipeline includes clinical-stage candidates such as TN-201 for MYBPC3-associated hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and TN-401 for PKP2-associated arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy [3] - Tenaya employs integrated capabilities like target validation and capsid engineering to develop novel medicines, including TN-301, a small molecule HDAC6 inhibitor for heart failure [3]
MeiraGTx Stock: Hologen Partnership Makes Parkinson’s Gene Therapy Vital (NASDAQ:MGTX)
Seeking Alpha· 2025-09-25 07:48
Core Insights - MeiraGTx Holdings plc (NASDAQ: MGTX) is a biotech company focused on genetic medicines with a late-stage pipeline and capabilities for end-to-end GMP manufacturing [1] Group 1: Company Overview - The main drug candidate of MeiraGTx is AAV-AIPL1, which targets congenital blindness and is progressing towards exceptional-circumstances filings [1]