SAN DIEGO, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDTX), a biotechnology company applying its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) therapeutics, today announced that the Compensation and Human Capital Committee of its Board of Directors (Compensation Committee) granted non-qualified stock option awards and restricted stock units (RSUs) for an aggregate of 12,100 shares of its common stock to two new employees, pursuant to the Cidara Therapeutics, ...

Core Insights - The biopharmaceutical industry is characterized by volatile stock movements, with companies often experiencing rapid rallies and sell-offs due to trial data and product developments [1][2] Company Summaries Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR) - Nektar Therapeutics has seen a significant increase in share price following successful Phase 2b trial results for its immunotherapy drug candidate, Rezpeg, which targets conditions like eczema affecting approximately 10 million patients in the U.S. [4][6] - The stock price surged over 300% within five trading days, reaching just under $30 per share, although it remains significantly lower than its all-time high of over $1,500 from early 2018 [5][6] - Analysts are optimistic, with six out of seven rating the stock as a Buy and a consensus price target of $84.17, indicating a potential upside of about 227% [6] Cidara Therapeutics (CDTX) - Cidara Therapeutics experienced a nearly 150% increase in share price following positive Phase 2b trial results for CD388, a non-vaccine treatment for seasonal influenza, which demonstrated a 76% protection rate for 24 weeks [8][9] - The stock reached its highest level since spring 2021, and analysts are bullish, with all nine ratings being Buy, although the company issued $250 million in new stock, which could dilute existing shares [10] GeneDx Holdings Corp. (WGS) - GeneDx has seen a recent stock surge of nearly 40% after announcing a partnership with Galatea Bio for genetic testing and updated guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics recommending genomic sequencing for children with developmental delays [12][14] - Despite topping analyst predictions for first-quarter sales and raising revenue guidance for FY 2025, the stock had previously plummeted by almost 50% [12][13] - Six out of eight analysts rate WGS as a Buy, but concerns remain regarding its high valuation and competition in the genomic diagnostics space [15]

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Group 1 - Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. closed its underwritten public offering of 9,147,727 shares at a price of $44.00 per share, raising gross proceeds of $402.5 million [1] - The offering included the full exercise of the underwriters' option to purchase an additional 1,193,181 shares [1] - The offering was conducted under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025, and declared effective on May 15, 2025 [3] Group 2 - Cidara is utilizing its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) therapeutics, with its lead candidate CD388 aimed at universal prevention of influenza [5] - CD388 received Fast Track Designation from the FDA in June 2023, and the Phase 2b NAVIGATE trial enrollment was completed in December 2024 [5] - Cidara has also developed additional DFCs for oncology, including CBO421, which targets CD73 in solid tumors and received investigational new drug application clearance in July 2024 [5]

Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDTX ) is a biotech based in San Diego. They recently reported a major leap forward with their long-lasting flu prophylactic candidate, CD388. Since my February 2025 "Buy" rating, the company has updated us with exceedingly positive Phase 2bMy name is Myriam Hernandez Alvarez. I received the Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering degree from the Escuela Politecnica Nacional, Quito, Ecuador, the M.Sc. degree in computer science from Ohio University, Athens, OH, USA, ...

Core Viewpoint - Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. has announced a public offering of 7,954,546 shares of its common stock priced at $44.00 per share, aiming to raise approximately $350 million in gross proceeds before expenses [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering is expected to close on June 26, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions [2]. - Cidara has granted underwriters a 30-day option to purchase an additional 1,193,181 shares at the public offering price [2]. - J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Guggenheim Securities, and Cantor are acting as joint book-running managers for the offering [3]. Group 2: Regulatory Information - The offering is made pursuant to a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025, and declared effective on May 15, 2025 [4]. Group 3: Company Overview - Cidara Therapeutics utilizes its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) therapeutics, with its lead candidate CD388 aimed at universal prevention of influenza [6]. - CD388 received Fast Track Designation from the FDA in June 2023, and the company completed enrollment for its Phase 2b NAVIGATE trial in December 2024 [6]. - Cidara is also developing additional DFCs for oncology, including CBO421, which targets CD73 in solid tumors [6].

SAN DIEGO, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. (“Cidara”) (Nasdaq: CDTX), a biotechnology company using its proprietary Cloudbreak® platform to develop drug-Fc conjugate (DFC) therapeutics, today announced its plans to commence an underwritten public offering, subject to market and other conditions, to issue and sell $250.0 million of shares of its common stock. All of the shares are being offered by Cidara. In connection with the proposed offering, Cidara expects to grant the underw ...

Cidara Therapeutics, Inc. CDTX stock is trading over 90% higher on Monday with a session volume of 3.2 million compared to the average volume of 181.7K.On Monday, the company released topline results from its randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2b NAVIGATE trial evaluating CD388 for preventing seasonal influenza in healthy unvaccinated adults aged 18 to 64.The study met its primary endpoint, demonstrating a statistically significant prevention efficacy (PE) for each of three dose groups in in ...

NASDAQ: CDTX JUNE 2025 NAVIGATE Ph 2B June 23, 2025 Forward-looking Statements These slides contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "may," "will," "estimate," "plan", "anticipate," "expect," "potential," "could," "project," and similar expressions (including the negative thereof), are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materi ...

Cidara Therapeutics (CDTX) Update / Briefing June 23, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Greetings. Welcome to Sadara Therapeutics announces positive top line results from its phase two b NAVIGATE trial evaluating CD388, a nonvaccine preventative of seasonal influenza. At this time, all participants will be in listen only mode. A question and answer session will follow today's formal presentation. Reminder, this conference is being recorded. At this time, I'll hand the conference over to Brian Ritchie with Investor ...