If you are interested in keeping up to date with stocks making moves within the biotech, pharma and healthcare industries, and understanding the key trends and catalysts driving valuations ahead of the market, why not subscribe to my weekly newsletter via my Investing Group, Haggerston BioHealth ?Shares of Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ: VRTX ), the Boston-based pharma, have been gathering some momentum since the company shared longer-term data from its studies of its Sickle Cell Disease/transf ...

Key Takeaways Intellia stock has gained 29.8% in a month, outperforming the industry, sector and the market. Intellia advances late-stage gene therapy trials but faces safety concerns and future competition. Intellia aims to become a commercial-ready organization by the end of 2026.Intellia Therapeutics (NTLA) has put up a stellar performance in the past month. Shares of the company have rallied 29.8% compared with the industry’s rise of 0.4%. The stock has also outperformed the sector and the S&P 500 ind ...

Group 1: CRISPR Therapeutics - CRISPR Therapeutics has developed Casgevy, the first gene-editing medicine approved using the CRISPR technique, but the stock has been on a downward trend since 2021 due to clinical progress, complexity of therapy administration, and unprofitability [3][4] - The company is targeting challenging areas such as type 1 diabetes and hard-to-treat cancers, with expected data readouts for ongoing clinical trials as early as this year, which could positively impact stock performance [5] - Casgevy has significant financial implications, with a treatment cost of $2.2 million in the U.S. and an estimated 60,000 patients in target geographies, indicating blockbuster potential [9] Group 2: Viking Therapeutics - Viking Therapeutics gained attention after strong phase 2 results for VK2735, an investigational weight management therapy, but has seen stock performance decline as investors took profits [10] - The anti-obesity therapy market is rapidly growing, and Viking's VK2735 has shown promising mid-stage data, with an oral formulation currently in Phase 2 studies [11] - Viking Therapeutics has a robust pipeline, including VK2809 for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis entering phase 3 studies and VK0214 for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy, which has received orphan drug designation [12][13]

GLP-1 agonists, a type of drug used to treat diabetes and weight loss, could be the hottest growth story in healthcare today. Experts at Morgan Stanley estimate that the market could grow to a $150 billion opportunity over the next decade, representing a tenfold increase from its sales last year. Eli Lilly (LLY -0.40%) has captured approximately 35% of the GLP-1 market, alongside arch-rival Novo Nordisk, the current market leader at 65%. However, Eli Lilly could gain on, perhaps even surpass, its rival over ...

Key Takeaways VRTX fell 8.9% over three months due to soft Q1 results and slower uptake of new and CF drugs. Alyftrek, Journavx, and Casgevy sales are expected to pick up in the second half of 2025. VRTX's CF franchise remains strong, with 2025 sales projected to grow 8% amid pipeline expansion.Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) stock has declined 8.9% in the past three months.The deterioration was due to soft first-quarter results, slower-than-expected uptake of its newer drugs as well as CF drug ...

To select the list of the world's most influential businesses of the year, TIME editors requested nominations across sectors, surveyed its global network of contributors and correspondents around the world, and sought advice from outside experts. They evaluated each company on key factors, including impact, innovation, ambition, and success. The result is a diverse group of organizations shaping the future of business and society. About CRISPR Therapeutics Since its inception over a decade ago, CRISPR Thera ...

-New Phase 1 clinical data for CTX310™ continues to demonstrate dose-dependent reductions in triglycerides (TG) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), with peak reduction of up to 82% in TG and up to 86% in LDL, with a well-tolerated safety profile- -Complete Phase 1 data presentation for CTX310 anticipated at a medical meeting in the second half of 2025- -Data update for CTX320™, targeting the LPA gene, now expected in the first half of 2026- -Preclinical in vivo cardiovascular program CTX340™ advancing toward ...

Key Takeaways CRSP is the first to market a CRISPR/Cas9 therapy, with Casgevy approved for SCD and TDT in multiple regions CRSP's pipeline spans ex vivo and in vivo therapies, including early success with CTX310. NTLA focuses on late-stage in vivo programs but faces setbacks, including a liver safety concern with nex-z.CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP) and Intellia Therapeutics (NTLA) are leading developers of therapies that utilize the Nobel Prize-winning CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology. While CRSP is the f ...

Creating transformative gene-based medicines for serious diseases Corporate Overview Q2 2025 CRISPR THERAPEUTICS – CONFIDENTIAL © 2025 CRISPR Therapeutics | 11 Forward-Looking Statements Statements contained in this presentation and other related materials regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ material ...

Core Insights - Biotech stocks present significant growth opportunities due to ongoing research and potential breakthroughs in treatments [1] - Wall Street identifies two biotech candidates with projected gains exceeding 80% and 200% in the next 12 months [2] Company Summaries Viking Therapeutics - Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) experienced a surge in stock price following positive phase 2 trial results for its weight loss drug VK2735, but has since returned to pre-announcement levels [4] - The company is advancing VK2735 in both injectable and pill forms, with high demand for weight loss drugs, indicating potential for future growth [5] - Viking is set to begin phase 3 trials for the injectable version in Q2 and expects phase 2 data for the pill version in the second half of the year, with the weight loss drug market projected to reach $100 billion [6] - Wall Street forecasts a 240% increase in Viking's stock price, contingent on trial outcomes [7] CRISPR Therapeutics - CRISPR Therapeutics (CRSP) saw its stock rise leading up to the approval of its first product, Casgevy, but has since declined as investors locked in gains [8] - The company is positioned for potential growth as Casgevy requires a longer rollout process, with expectations for significant increases in new patient initiations this year [10] - Positive phase 1 data for a gene-editing candidate targeting high cholesterol has been reported, with further updates expected on candidates for lipoprotein(a), oncology, and autoimmune diseases [11][12] - Wall Street anticipates an 84% gain for CRISPR Therapeutics, making it a potential buying opportunity for growth investors [12]